Find Your Route 15 Bus Times, Stops, Map, Fare and Live Arrival
Route 15 is not one nationwide bus line. Chicago, Portland, San Francisco, Dallas, Fargo and Hampton Roads all use the number 15 for different services with different stops, hours, fares and destinations.
Use this guide to identify the correct transit agency first, then check the route direction, first and last bus, service frequency, stop ID, official timetable, fare and live-service tool.
Which Route 15 Bus Schedule Are You Looking For?
The number 15 is reused by many transit systems. Before reading any bus time, identify the city and agency printed on the stop sign, vehicle, transit app or timetable.
Route 15 Rider Guide
Find Route 15 by City and Transit Agency
These are representative high-value Route 15 services, not every Route 15 operating in the United States.
CTA 15 Jeffery Local — Chicago, Illinois
The Jeffery Local connects 103rd/Stony Island with the accessible 47th/Dan Ryan Red Line station through Chicago’s South Side.
The official timetable also contains school-day-only trips that begin at intermediate points, making the timetable legend important.
TriMet 15 Belmont/NW 23rd — Portland, Oregon
Line 15 connects Gateway, Southeast Portland, Portland City Center and Nob Hill, with service continuing toward Montgomery Park and the Northwest Industrial area.
TriMet provides separate weekday, Saturday and Sunday schedules for both travel directions.
SFMTA 15 Bayview Hunters Point Express — San Francisco
Route 15 is a limited-stop express connection between Bayview, Hunters Point and downtown San Francisco.
Unlike a local bus, it does not stop at every intersection along the corridor. Confirm the official stop list before waiting.
DART 15 Buckner — Dallas Area, Texas
DART Route 15 Buckner operates as an accessible local route linking Buckner Station with South Garland Transit Center.
DART provides a stop-to-stop schedule tool, interactive map and route-specific alert subscriptions.
MATBUS Route 15 — Fargo, North Dakota
MATBUS Route 15 serves the Ground Transportation Center, Bethany Homes, West Acres, retail destinations, Walmart, Job Service and the courthouse area.
The current official page also posts active construction detours, so riders should check the route page immediately before travel.
HRT Route 15 — Hampton Roads, Virginia
Hampton Roads Transit Route 15 serves the Military Highway corridor between the Evelyn T. Butts area and Robert Hall Boulevard.
HRT identifies Route 215 as the snow version of Route 15, an important distinction during severe winter operating conditions.
Route 15 First Bus, Last Bus and Service Pattern
| Route | Service Pattern | Published Hours / Frequency | What Riders Should Check |
|---|---|---|---|
| CTA 15 Jeffery Local | Daily local service | Early morning through after midnight | School-day codes and short trips |
| TriMet Line 15 | Frequent daily service | 15 minutes or less most of the day | Gateway versus NW destination |
| SFMTA 15 Express | Limited-stop service | Weekdays 5 a.m.–10 p.m.; weekends 8 a.m.–10 p.m. | Exact express stop |
| DART 15 Buckner | Accessible local service | 20-minute peak and midday frequency | Weekend table and stop-to-stop times |
| MATBUS 15 | Local city service | 30 min weekdays; 30–60 min Saturday | Current construction detours |
| HRT 15 | Military Highway corridor | Date-specific online schedule | Route 215 snow operation |
How Often Do Major Route 15 Services Run?
The chart compares selected published daytime frequencies. Longer bars mean a longer potential interval between buses.
CTA Route 15 Jeffery Local: First and Last Bus Guide
CTA publishes terminal service spans separately from the detailed timetable. The times below are terminal departures, not arrival times at intermediate stops.
| Direction | Weekday | Saturday | Sunday / Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 103rd/Stony Island → 47th/Dan Ryan Red Line | 4:00 a.m.–12:05 a.m. | 4:30 a.m.–12:10 a.m. | 4:40 a.m.–12:10 a.m. |
| 47th/Dan Ryan Red Line → 103rd/Stony Island | 4:50 a.m.–1:00 a.m. | 5:20 a.m.–1:00 a.m. | 5:25 a.m.–1:00 a.m. |
Understand the CTA 15 Jeffery Local Without Reading the Whole PDF
This diagram converts major CTA timetable timepoints into a simpler rider sequence. It is not a street-accurate geographic map.
SFMTA Route 15 Express Stop Guide
The 15 Bayview Hunters Point Express should not be treated like a local bus. The official route serves selected stops between Bayview, Hunters Point and downtown.
| Selected Stop | Stop ID | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Palou Ave & 3rd St | 15864 inbound / 15863 outbound | Bayview terminal area |
| Northridge Rd & Ingalls St | 15768 | Hunters Point corridor |
| 3rd St & Warriors Way | 17321 inbound / 17324 outbound | Chase Center area |
| 3rd St & 20th St | 13103 inbound / 13104 outbound | Dogpatch / Mission Bay connection |
| 4th St & Market St | 13161 | Outbound downtown boarding point |
| Sutter St & Sansome St | 16606 | Downtown terminal |
Route 15 Ticket Price Examples
The fare follows the local agency—not the route number. Payment method can also change the price or transfer benefit.
Cash on a CTA bus is $2.50 and does not include transfers.
Using the same Hop or contactless payment can earn fare-capping benefits.
The cash fare is $3.00.
MATBUS Connect has daily and monthly fare caps.
CTA Route 15 Official Map and Timetable PDF
The CTA brochure combines the route map, major destinations, weekday timetable, weekend timetable, accessibility guidance, bicycle information and school-day trip codes.
What B, C, D and S Mean on the CTA Route 15 Timetable
These tiny codes can change where a trip starts. Ignoring them can make an apparently valid bus time useless.
Check the Route 15 Bus in Real Time
Construction, Temporary Stops and Snow Service
Wheelchairs, Priority Seating, Bikes and Boarding
Important Route 15 Transfer Points
| Route | Transfer Point | Connection Type | Planning Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| CTA 15 | 47th/Dan Ryan | CTA Red Line | Check rail status before leaving the bus |
| TriMet 15 | Gateway Transit Center | Bus / MAX connections | Confirm the bus direction before transferring |
| DART 15 | Buckner Station | DART Green Line | Use DART stop-to-stop planning for connection time |
| DART 15 | South Garland Transit Center | Bus transfer hub | Verify the bay for the next route |
| MATBUS 15 | Ground Transportation Center | MATBUS hub | Allow extra time while construction detours remain |
| HRT 15 | Military Highway area | Bus / Tide light rail connection area | Check HRT’s date-specific trip planner |
How to Use a Route 15 Schedule Without Missing the Bus
Lost Something on a Route 15 Bus?
Report the item to the transit agency that operated your bus. “Route 15” alone is not enough for lost-and-found staff to identify the vehicle.
- Route number and transit agency
- Date of travel
- Approximate boarding time
- Direction of travel
- Boarding stop
- Exit stop
- Vehicle number if remembered
- Detailed description of the item
60-Second Route 15 Check Before Leaving
- Correct city confirmed
- Correct transit agency confirmed
- Direction and final destination checked
- Weekday/weekend/holiday schedule selected
- Official stop ID saved
- Fare or transit card prepared
- Service alert checked
- Live arrival checked
- Transfer point confirmed
- Return-trip last bus checked
Official Route 15 Sources
Route 15 Bus Schedule FAQs
What time does the Route 15 bus start?
It depends on the city and agency. CTA Route 15 northbound service from 103rd/Stony Island begins at 4:00 a.m. on weekdays, while other Route 15 systems use different hours.
What time is the last Route 15 bus?
Check the correct transit agency and direction. CTA southbound terminal departures continue until 1:00 a.m. under the published service span, while other Route 15 services end earlier.
Does Route 15 run on Sunday?
Some Route 15 services do and others may not. CTA, TriMet and SFMTA publish Sunday service, while local schedules elsewhere can differ.
How much is the Route 15 bus fare?
There is no single Route 15 fare. The price is determined by the local transit agency and sometimes by the payment method.
Is the Route 15 bus wheelchair accessible?
Accessibility varies by agency and stop. CTA says all CTA buses are accessible, MATBUS says all vehicles are wheelchair-accessible, and DART marks Route 15 Buckner as accessible.
Where can I find Route 15 bus stops?
Open the official route page for your city and select the direction. For systems such as SFMTA and HRT, an exact stop ID can also be used for arrival information.
Is SFMTA Route 15 a local bus?
No. The 15 Bayview Hunters Point Express is a limited-stop route, so it does not serve every local stop along the corridor.
How often does TriMet Line 15 run?
TriMet describes Line 15 Belmont/NW 23rd as operating every 15 minutes or less most of the day, every day.
What do the letters on the CTA Route 15 timetable mean?
Some letters identify school-day trips or trips beginning at intermediate points. The official PDF uses B, C, D and S codes that should be checked before relying on the printed time.
Why did MATBUS Route 15 skip my normal street?
The official MATBUS Route 15 page currently publishes construction detours. Check the live route and detour page for the temporary path and replacement stop.
What is HRT Route 215?
Hampton Roads Transit identifies Route 215 as the snow version of Route 15. It may be used during snow operating conditions instead of the normal Route 15 pattern.
Why does my live Route 15 prediction disappear?
The vehicle may have lost tracking, been removed from service, entered a detour, completed its trip or not yet started the scheduled run. Check current alerts and the next scheduled departure.