Altis Bus Service
The Altis Bus Service is a public transport service run by you, the citizens of Altis, for other citizens of Altis. Alongside the Taxi Service it is one of the primary forms of transport for newer members. It is a surprisingly simple form of earning money and often a great way to meet new people and have some fun, interesting experiences. Hopefully, this page will serve as a step-by-step guide to helping you become Altis' next favourite Bus Driver!
[NOTE: This page is still a WIP, as such information may still be missing, incomplete, or in some cases wrong. Please contact Roger Smith for more info or with suggestions.]
Before being a Bus Driver:
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- The first step to becoming a bus driver is to gather yourself an "Altis Bus Driver" License from any of the DVLA shops around the island. (There is a Cash point option on the tablet in the HQ to withdraw money).
- After that you need to go to "Hugo Ross" in Kavala where you will need to buy the "Marshall Clothing" and the "IDAP Hat (Black)".
- Once equipped with the suitable attire you will need to buy yourself a "Van (Transport)" with a "GigaBus PSV" skin.
- Then you simply drive up to a bus stop of your choice and press the Windows Key to interact with it (ensuring the bus is inside the "Bus Stop" zone.
| Object | Price | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Altis Bus Driver License | £500,000 | DVLA |
| Marshall Clothing | £750 | Hugo Ross |
| IDAP Hat (Black) | £150 | Hugo Ross |
| Van (Transport with GigsBus PSV skin) | £90,000 (BUY) / £45,000 (RENT) | Motor / Truck Store |
The different routes:
Western routes:
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[Note: Kavala - Airport - Kavala is to be referenced here. The section name is to be addressed in line with the route name as well.]
Eastern routes:
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[Note: This is the opposite route to the Kavala one. Section name is to be addressed in line with the route name as well.]
During the Journey:
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Once you have driven up to your first Bus Stop you will see a notification telling you where to go for the next stop on your selected bus route. Simply follow the road until you reach the next stop at which point you can stop, press the "Windows Key" and earn yourself some money. Follow the bus stop indicators as many times as you would like to earn some money, following the bus routes around the island.
Should you wish to pick up a passenger en-route from a bus stop, you can use the "control wheel" to select the "open doors" option at which point they can enter the vehicle. You can charge them a suitable fee or simply have a fun scenario with them, this is the roleplay entirely of your choice. More information on controls can be found at the controls page.
Using the bus as a passenger:
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Should you wish to use the bus as a passenger then simply walk up to the closest bus stop and look at it until a "Check Bus Timetable" option comes up which you can access with your scroll-wheel. Simply select it and you will see one of two options appear:
"There are currently no buses running." - Exactly as it says on the tin. Why not start one yourself?
"<INSERT RUNNING MESSAGE HERE WIP>" - Simply wait for the bus to appear at your stop when the driver gets to you and you will be able to enter their bus and sit down. This is where you can create some roleplay with them and enjoy the journey.
WIP SUMMARY:
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- Pictures of each.
- Details of cost of everything.
- Descriptions of routes.