Prince Albert Transit is operating modified service on two city bus routes on September 29, 2026, with the West Flat and East Hill buses running hourly while the Core Express remains out of service.
The temporary schedule affects passengers using several key connections through the downtown transfer station. All other Prince Albert Transit routes are operating according to their regular schedules.
West Flat Bus Operating on Hourly Schedule
The West Flat bus is running once an hour under the September 29 service plan. Buses on the route are leaving the downtown transfer station at 15 minutes past each hour.
The hourly arrangement means passengers who normally rely on the West Flat route may need to plan their trips around the reduced frequency. Riders connecting with other services at the downtown transfer station should also allow sufficient time between buses.
Prince Albert Transit has not indicated in the notice how long the hourly schedule will remain in place beyond the current service update.
East Hill Departures Set for 45 Minutes Past the Hour
The East Hill bus is also operating hourly. Under the revised schedule, the route departs from the downtown transfer station at 45 minutes past each hour.
The staggered departure times mean West Flat and East Hill services leave the downtown hub at different points during each hour, with West Flat departing at 15 minutes past and East Hill departing 30 minutes later.
Passengers using either route are being encouraged to confirm current service information before travelling, particularly if their journey involves a transfer to another bus.
Core Express Bus Remains Out of Service
The Core Express is not operating under the September 29 schedule. The transit notice does not provide a specific reason for the service interruption or indicate when the route is expected to return.
The suspension is limited to the Core Express, while other routes not specifically identified in the service notice continue to operate according to their established schedules.
For residents who depend on public transit for work, appointments, shopping and other daily trips, changes to individual routes can affect travel times and connections across the system. The downtown transfer station serves as an important connection point for multiple Prince Albert Transit routes, making departure times particularly relevant for passengers moving between different parts of the city.
Passengers Advised to Check for Schedule Revisions
Prince Albert Transit is directing passengers to check its latest transit information for current route and schedule details. Additional revisions could be announced if operating conditions change during the day.
The city said any updates to the September 29 schedule will be published once new information becomes available. Until another notice is issued, the current arrangement remains in effect.
Under that schedule, the West Flat bus leaves the downtown transfer station hourly at 15 minutes past the hour, while the East Hill bus departs hourly at 45 minutes past. The Core Express remains unavailable, and all other routes are operating as scheduled.
Passengers planning trips on September 29 should account for the hourly frequency on the West Flat and East Hill routes and monitor Prince Albert Transit information for any further changes to service.