TransLink to Offer Free Transit Across Metro Vancouver on New Year’s Eve
Metro Vancouver — TransLink will offer free transit across Metro Vancouver on New Year’s Eve.
The initiative aims to help people travel safely during holiday celebrations.
Free service will run from 5 p.m. on December 31, 2025, until 5 a.m. on January 1, 2026.
During this period, passengers will not need to tap Compass Cards.
Fare gates at SkyTrain and SeaBus stations will remain open.
Bus riders will also travel without paying fares during the free window.
Extended Transit Service for Late-Night Travel
TransLink will operate extended service hours to support late-night riders.
SkyTrain, SeaBus, and bus services will run later than usual.
The additional service will help manage crowds and reduce wait times.
NightBus routes may also operate after regular transit service ends.
Officials say extended hours improve safety and convenience on a busy night.
Many people rely on public transit to attend New Year’s Eve events.
Encouraging Safe and Responsible Travel
Free transit on New Year’s Eve is an annual tradition in Metro Vancouver.
The program encourages people to leave their cars at home.
Officials hope the initiative will reduce impaired driving and traffic congestion.
Public transit offers a safer option for late-night travel.
By removing fares, TransLink aims to increase ridership during peak celebration hours.
The initiative also supports regional safety planning efforts.
What Riders Should Know
Passengers starting trips before 5 p.m. must tap out as usual.
Normal fares apply for journeys that begin before the free period.
Riders should check schedules in advance due to holiday service changes.
Some routes may operate on modified timetables.
SkyTrain, SeaBus, and bus routes connect major communities across the region.
Planning ahead will help riders enjoy a smooth trip.
TransLink encourages everyone to travel responsibly and stay alert.
Free transit allows residents to celebrate and return home safely.
