SAN ANTONIO (Dec. 14, 2016) – VIA Metropolitan Transit will offer visitors and local fans of the Oklahoma State University Cowboys and the University of Colorado Boulder Buffaloes a convenient and affordable travel option to the Valero Alamo Bowl on Thursday, Dec. 29, 2016.
The Alamo Bowl kicks off at 8 p.m., in the Alamodome, 100 Montana St. Park & Ride Service to the Alamodome will be provided beginning at 5 p.m., from the Crossroads Park & Ride, the Madla Transit Center, and the Blossom Athletic Center. The service will continue operating until one hour after the game ends.
Park & Ride Service is $2.50 each way, with discounts available for children, seniors, students, and active-duty military members in uniform or with a VIA Reduced Fare ID. Cash and credit cards are accepted at the Park & Ride locations. VIAtrans customers and children under age 5 ride free. VIA bus passes are not valid for this service. A current student ID is required to receive the student rate.
In addition to the Park & Ride Service, VIA Primo (100) and VIVA centro (301) will be detoured to serve the Robert Thompson Transit Station at the Alamodome, beginning at 5 p.m. and continuing for one hour after the game. The regular bus fare of $1.30 will apply. Unlimited Day Passes are available on the bus for $2.75. VIA bus passes will be accepted for trips on Primo and VIVA.
VIA Metropolitan Transit provides regional multimodal transportation options that connect our community to opportunity, support economic vitality, and enhance quality of life throughout our region. VIA serves 14 member cities and the unincorporated areas of Bexar County, operating seven days a week on 90 routes. In 2015, VIA provided 42.2 million rides across the region. VIA’s AAA bond rating reflects the organization’s sound management and financial practices. Visit www.VIAinfo.net for more information. Follow us on www.Facebook.com/VIATransit, www.Twitter.com/VIA_Transit, and www.Instagram.com/VIATransit.