UBUS is a dial-a-ride community transport service operating within Stratford District.
It is available to anyone in the district who struggles to access public transport due to mobility issues, health problems or who lives in an area with no, or infrequent, public transport.
UBUS will collect passengers from their door, drop them off at their destination, pick up again at the agreed point and drop off back at home. Drivers can assist passengers to get on & off the bus and will help with up to 3 shopping bags or a trolley if necessary. All UBUS vehicles can accommodate a wheelchair.
Depending on where residents live in the district a single journey costs between £2.10 and £3.40. Return journeys from £4.20 to £6.80. Residents living in an Orbit property are eligible for a 60p discount on their journey.
Sadly, bus passes are not accepted and travel can only be within the district so, for example, trips to Redditch and Solihull are not permitted. It is available weekdays only. Passengers can only travel between 9:30am and 2:30pm.
Journeys need to be booked in advance. You can book up to seven days before you need to travel.
UBUS can be used to visit friends, attend social groups, leisure activities or go shopping. It cannot be used to attend medical appointments.
To book call 01789 264491.
The number is much in demand at certain times of the day so you may be asked to leave a telephone number or need to call back if you prefer.
(Source: Stratford District Council)