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Cerritos On Wheels bus waiting at Cerritos College.

Cerritos on Wheels (COW) provides essential transit services linking the Cerritos Towne Center with Cerritos College in Cerritos, California. This transportation network facilitates seamless connections with several other transit systems including Metro, OCTA, Long Beach Transit, Artesia Transit, and Norwalk Transit System. The operational responsibilities for Cerritos on Wheels are managed by Transdev, a prominent provider of transportation services globally.

The service offered by Cerritos on Wheels plays a vital role in enhancing local connectivity and accessibility within Cerritos and its neighboring areas. By bridging key locations such as the Cerritos Towne Center and Cerritos College, the transit service ensures convenient travel options for residents, students, and visitors alike. This integration with multiple transit systems enables passengers to access a wider geographical area, enhancing the overall efficiency and usability of public transportation in the region.

Under the management of Transdev, Cerritos on Wheels emphasizes reliability and customer satisfaction, aiming to provide a dependable transportation solution for daily commuters and occasional travelers alike. The partnership with various other transit agencies ensures that passengers can transition smoothly between different networks, promoting a more interconnected and efficient public transportation system throughout the greater Cerritos area.

History

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Cerritos on Wheels (COW) began its operations in 1993[1] as a response to the growing transportation needs within Cerritos, California. The service was initiated to provide convenient and reliable transit options for residents, students, and visitors traveling within the city and to nearby locations such as Cerritos Towne Center and Cerritos College.

The inception of Cerritos on Wheels was part of a broader initiative by the City of Cerritos to enhance local transportation infrastructure and improve accessibility for its community members. The city recognized the importance of public transit in reducing traffic congestion, promoting sustainability, and offering alternative transportation choices to its residents.

Initially, Cerritos on Wheels started with a limited route network, focusing primarily on connecting key destinations within Cerritos. Over time, the service expanded its coverage and integrated with neighboring transit systems.

Schedules, Routes, and Fares

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The Cerritos On Wheels transit system operates two routes. COW's service hours are from 9AM to 5PM Monday to Saturday. COW buses will arrive at each stop every 60 minutes.[2] COW buses do not operate on Sundays. The fare for the COW buses is 50 cents for a single ride, 20$ for a monthly pass, and 30$ for 3 monthly passes when purchased at once. The phone number for Cerritos On Wheels is 562-928-4269.

You may find the schedules by clicking here.[3]

Fleet

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Cerritos On Wheels has a small fleet and mostly operates Propane powered ENC Transmark 32' ER buses, but also has a Ford E-450 unpainted white shuttle bus, and a Transdev marked blue ENC EZ Rider-II bus.

Cerritos On Wheels' EZ Rider II BRT
Cerritos On Wheels' EZ Rider II BRT

References

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  1. ^ "City of Cerritos | Cerritos on Wheels (COW)". www.cerritos.us. Retrieved 2024-07-06.
  2. ^ "City of Cerritos | Cerritos on Wheels (COW)". www.cerritos.us. Retrieved 2024-07-06.
  3. ^ http://www.cerritos.us/RESIDENTS/_pdfs/cow_revised_hours_covid19.pdf