BUS ROUTES AND SCHEDULES

*New bussing communication tools for 2026-27*  (Updated 7/7/26)
  • Bussing eligibility and bus pass forms will be sent via ParentSquare, reducing the delay time in sending out information via mail.
  • A digital invoice and payment option for bus passes this year will be offered through MySchoolBucks, making it easy and convenient to pay for bus passes! Checks will still be accepted.


Bussing eligibility letters will be sent via ParentSquare by the end of July. Kindergarten, 6th grade and 9th grade students will receive their information in early August.

Bus Eligibility & Fees

Transportation Policy (PDF)

This will be the bus fee and bus pass policy for parents (guardians) who choose to have their students ride the bus in a year where bus fees are assessed:

  • Students in grades K-5 living more than two (2) miles from their school – free
  • Students in grades K-5 living between 1.5 and 1.99 miles from their school - fee required
  • Students in grades K-5 living under 1.5 miles from their school - fee as “fill the bus” seats are made available
  • Students in grade 6 living more than two (2) miles from their school – free
  • Students in grade 6 living under two (2) miles from their school - fee as “fill the bus” seats are made available
  • Students in grades 7-12 living more than two (2) miles from their school - fee required
  • Students in grades 7-12 living under two (2) miles from their school - fee as “fill the bus” seats are made available


Bus Fees

1 child - full year $300, 1st semester $150

2 children - full year $500, 1st semester $250

3 or more children - full year $600, 1st semester $300


Eligibility for free or reduced fees must be determined each school year through either the Commonwealth’s Direct Certified database (public assistance or SNAP) or completion of an Alternate Household Income Form. This form can be downloaded and returned to 50 Payson Ave, 2nd Floor, Attn: Bussing. Click here to download the Alternate Household Income form.

Kindergarten students riding the bus require an adult caregiver to meet them at the bus stop in the afternoon. 

Bus Routes

Bus routes and times will be posted here in mid-August 2026.


There are multiple routes for each school, each bus route shows the pick up and drop off times and location. Scroll down through the bus routes until you find your neighborhood, and identify which pick up location is closest to your home, that is your pick up and drop off location. For assistance finding your bus stop, call 529-1500 x142 and leave a message with your student's name and your phone number.

Bus routes and stop locations are subject to change as students are added to the bus routes and as new drivers are oriented to their routes. 

If you need assistance reading the bus schedule, or if you need assistance in a language other than English, contact Jean Libby, Family Engagement Coordinator at 413-529-1500 x142. 

If you have questions about your bus route or assigned bus stop, contact Heidi Torres at Durham School Services. htorres@durhamschoolservices.com or 413-529-1131. Include your student's name, grade and address in your message.

If you have questions about bus eligibility, fees, or pass pickup, contact Maria Laszczkowski at EPS. mlaszczkowski@epsd.us 413-529-1500 x127.


For transportation accommodations related to your student's IEP, please contact Nicky Pease npease@epsd.us