WestCAT (Western Contra Costa Transit Authority) serves one of the most dynamic and diverse regions in the San Francisco Bay Area, providing direct access to key commuting corridors, retail hubs, and residential communities. The service area spans multiple cities and unincorporated communities, including Hercules, Pinole, Crockett, Rodeo, Tara Hills, El Sobrante, and the Hilltop District of Richmond — reaching a combined population of over 100,000 residents.

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Strategically located along Interstate 80 and connected to BART and San Francisco via the Lynx Transbay Express, WestCAT offers unparalleled exposure to both local residents and regional commuters.

WHY ADVERTISE WITH WESTCAT?

• Valuable Bay Area Market
  WestCAT reaches a high-density commuter population in one of California’s most economically active regions.

• Prime Freeway Exposure
  Buses operate along Interstate 80, one of the busiest corridors in Northern California — meaning your message is seen by drivers and passengers alike, not just bus riders.

• Diverse Rider Base
  WestCAT riders include students, professionals, families, and seniors, offering a wide demographic mix and consistent visibility.

• Lynx Express to San Francisco
  The Lynx Transbay Service offers premium ad space on commuter coaches traveling directly into downtown San Francisco, delivering high-frequency impressions from urban professionals.

• Community Connection
  WestCAT plays a vital role in local mobility, making your brand part of the daily routine for thousands of riders and residents across western Contra Costa County.

WESTCAT BY THE NUMBERS

• 100,000+ population across the service area

• 500,000 riders annually

• Over 550,000 + miles traveled annually (and that’s just the fixed route!)

• 11 fixed routes and paratransit services

• Lynx Transbay Express service to San Francisco

• 70+ vehicle fleet including standard and over-the-road coaches

• Operates 7 days a week, with expanded peak-hour frequency