Schedule Deviation

Molalla Bus service operates as a deviated fixed route open to the general public. With advance notice, the bus will deviate up to three-quarters of a mile from the designated route as shown on the printed schedule for any passenger with physical and medical needs. 

Customers can call the District Office at 503-829-7000, Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on the day prior to their planned trip (24-hour advance notice required) to request a deviation.

The rider will be assigned a pick-up time. Riders will be required to travel to the curb outside of their trip origin in time for their scheduled pick-up. Vehicles operating on route deviation service will be unable to wait for a passenger who is not at the designated stop on time.

Passenger Assistance: Route deviation services will be provided on a curb-to-curb basis. SCTD drivers will assist riders with disabilities in boarding and disembarking from vehicles and in securing their mobility devices. All drivers who operate SCTD services are proficiently trained in passenger assistance and sensitivity towards persons with disabilities.

All printed informational materials are made available in accessible formats upon request 503-829-7000, for example, large print for persons with low vision or audio for blind persons, as well as accessible electronic formats.

SCTD uses Oregon Relay Service for people with hearing impairments 1-800-735-2900.