Request Transportation
Los Angeles Unified is offering transportation to all students, based on demand during Opt-In Period, availability and transportation rules. If transportation can be provided, priority will be given to students who reside in areas where buses are available. Students will be picked up at a nearby corner or school site. The current opt-in period is for "Fall 2026-27." Please select the correct school year when submitting your request. Thank you for your interest in LAUSD school bus transportation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - Para español oprima aqui
1. What should I do if my family is new to the District?
Students will first need to be enrolled to start their first day of school. After enrollment, the school will provide the parent with a PIN in 1 to 3 days. Once a PIN is received, parents may register for an account in the Parent Portal where the student will be linked to the parent's Parent Portal account. For Parent Portal access support, parents may reach out to the school directly or call the Family Hotline at (213) 443-1300.
Once the student is linked in the parent's account, parents may proceed to opting in for transportation.
2. Does my student qualify for transportation?
Transportation is provided based on demand during Opt-In Period, availability and transportation rules. Elementary students who live more than 1 mile from school and secondary students who live more than 2 miles away are eligible to request transportation. All transportation services are subject to available routes. Once your request is approved and transportation is confirmed, you will receive your assigned route number along with pick-up and drop-off details. For elementary students, pick-up and drop-off locations are at nearby elementary schools. For middle and high school students, stops are located at local secondary school sites.
|
Rule |
Elementary |
Secondary |
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Walk Out |
Outside of 1 mile |
Outside of 2 miles |
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Stop Location |
Only ES |
Only MS or SH |
3. What if my student is currently enrolled in a Magnet program and already receives transportation?
Annual transportation requests will need to be submitted for each school year.
4. My child goes to GALA, BALA, etc. and they already receive transportation. Do I need to opt-in?
Yes, going forward, all families need to opt-in for transportation.
5. What if my student is currently enrolled in a Special Education Program with an IEP for transportation services?
If your child’s IEP includes transportation to their resident school or a specialized program, then no steps are needed. If you have additional questions regarding Special Education Transportation, please call (213) 241-6701.
6. My SPED student’s IEP does not require transportation services. Can I opt-in?
Yes, transportation requests will need to be submitted each year. If you have additional questions regarding Special Education Transportation, please call (213) 241-6701.
7. My family is homeless. Can I sign my child(ren) up for transportation?
Yes, you can. Please contact the Student Health and Human Services Division as there are additional resources available for your family.
8. My family has been directly affected by the recent immigration enforcement activity. Can I sign my child(ren) up for transportation?
Yes, you can. Please contact your school administrator for more information.
9. What if my student is currently receiving transportation through other transportation programs?
No action is needed for the current school year.
10. I didn’t opt-in for my first 2 children. Do I need to opt-in for my 3rd child?
Yes.
11. How long is transportation good for?
Transportation services are good for the school year for which your student has been approved.
12. How often does my student have to ride the bus?
A minimum of 1 ride every 10 days is required to maintain a seat on the bus. If it is determined that this requirement is not met, then services will be discontinued. However, parents may request for transportation again.
13. If I requested transportation by the deadline, how will I be notified if my student will receive transportation?
You will be notified during the Summer of your student’s transportation status. If your student has been approved, the confirmation will include their route information.
14. Where can I view my student’s routing information?
Routing information can be viewed via the Parent Portal.
15. Who is eligible?
When a route is available, elementary students who reside over 1 mile and secondary school students who reside over 2 miles from their school qualify for transportation services. Seats are also based on a first come first served basis.
16. Who do I contact if I have technical issues with Parent Portal?
Please contact your region’s Parent and Community Engagement Office for assistance with the Parent Portal:
i. Region East – (323) 224-3382
ii. Region North – (818) 654-3600
iii. Region South – (310) 354-3230
iv. Region West – (310) 914-2124
For all other questions, please contact (213) 443-1300, Monday through Friday between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.