Get On the Bus unites children with their mothers and fathers in prison. This statewide prison visiting program trains and educates hundreds of volunteers and supporters throughout California and engages the media to raise awareness about the plight of children with a parent in prison.

Get On The Bus

We are currently planning the 2027 Get On The Bus season. Check back soon for more information on sign up event and visit dates.

Get On The Bus visits these California State Prisons —

Disclaimer

Get On The Bus is an annual event that provides transportation for children and families to visit their incarcerated loved ones. Please note that we do not provide ongoing or frequent transportation to prisons throughout the year. Additionally, our services are available only for visits to our partnered prison facilities and are not open to other institutions.

Get On The Bus is not affiliated with the TransMetro program or any other transportation services that may have previously operated. If you are seeking alternative transportation options, we encourage you to explore other available resources.