As residents of South Whittier board one of two transit buses they may have to wear shades. These 30-feet long buses feature a bold and distinctive graphic style reflecting the line's identity as the Sunshine Shuttle. The propane-powered buses are ADA-compliant, and are easy to identify as they roll through the community. Residents along the Sunshine Shuttle route, which serves more than 36 bus stops between Whittwood Town Center to the east and Sorensen Park to the west, can see "sunshine" logo bus stop signs and street pennants installed.
The two-way shuttle service(eastbound and westbound) connects to transit lines operated by the following transit providers: Metro, the cities of Montebello and Norwalk, and the County-operated Los Nietos Shuttle. Through this regional network, the Sunshine Shuttle opens the door for local residents to easily access a variety of local and regional destinations; including libraries, schools, parks, medical and social service providers, youth and senior community centers, and major shopping centers.
SERVICE HOURS:
6 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday - Friday
8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturdays
The Sunshine Shuttles depart on the hour, eastbound from Sorensen Park and westbound from Whittwood Town Center. The Sunshine Shuttle will not operate on the following holidays: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day or New Year's Day.
FARE:
General fare is 25 cents per trip. Senior citizens (60 and older), persons with a disability, and children five years old and younger ride for free (children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult). The Sunshine Shuttle accepts all valid Metro passes, including EZ, monthly, bi-monthly, weekly and day passes. The Sunshine Shuttle also accepts GO RIO transit passes.
REGIONAL SHUTTLE CONNECTIONS:
Montebello Transit
(323)887-4600
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Metro
(800) COMMUTE (266-6883)
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Norwalk Transit
(562) 929-5550
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Rio Hondo College
(562) 908-3412
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The Sunshine Shuttle Service is funded through the offices of
Supervisor Gloria Molina and Supervisor Don Knabe,
as well as various federal and state grants.
For more information on the Sunshine Shuttle
or community transportation survey call (626) 458-5960
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