FAQ HelloBus English

How can I book a ride?

You can easily book a ride via the HelloBus app by selecting your pickup and destination stops.
The app is available in the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store.


Where can I download the HelloBus app?

The HelloBus app is available for free for Android and iOS devices in the respective app stores.


How far in advance can I book a ride?

Rides can be booked up to 7 days before departure and at the latest 30 minutes before departure.


Can I book a ride for immediate departure?

Yes. Subject to availability, you can request a ride for the next available time directly through the app.


What if I no longer need the ride?

If you can no longer take the ride, please remember to cancel your booking so that the seat can be released again.


Can I choose the departure or arrival time?

Yes. During booking, you can specify either your desired departure time or your desired arrival time at the destination.


Does HelloBus run on fixed schedules and routes?

No. HelloBus does not operate like a regular scheduled bus. Rides are organized based on received bookings and do not follow fixed schedules or routes.


Do I have to change buses during the trip?

No. HelloBus takes you directly from the booked pickup stop to your destination stop.


On which days is the service available?

HelloBus operates from Monday to Saturday between 7:30 AM and 7:00 PM.


How do I know when the vehicle will arrive?

You will receive notifications via SMS or push notification:

  • The evening before your trip: An estimated pickup time window.
  • About 30 minutes before departure: The exact pickup time.
  • About 10 minutes before arrival: A notification when the vehicle is nearing your stop.

Additionally, you can track the arrival of the vehicle in real time starting 30 minutes before boarding.


Can I change or cancel a booking?

Yes. Bookings can be changed or canceled via the app within the applicable deadlines. Specifically, you can:

  • Change the pickup location or destination address. To do this, you must:
    1. Cancel the existing booking and
    2. Make a new booking.
  • Change the number of passengers starting 30 minutes before the start of the ride.

If you want to do this earlier, you must:

  1. Cancel the existing booking and
  2. Make a new booking.

If you can no longer take the ride, please remember to cancel your booking so that the capacity can be released again.


Can I add more passengers to my booking?

Yes. During the booking process, you can specify accompanying persons traveling with you.
The number of passengers can be changed up to 30 minutes before the start of the ride at the latest. If you want to do this earlier, you must:

  1. Cancel the existing booking.
  2. Make a new booking.

Is the service accessible for passengers with a wheelchair?

Yes. During booking, you can indicate that you are traveling with a wheelchair so that a suitable vehicle can be provided.


Can I save my preferred destinations?

Yes. The app allows you to save frequently used addresses and stops to complete future bookings faster.


How can I pay for my ride?

You can pay directly in the vehicle with a credit card or EC/debit card (€2.00) or in cash (€2.50). Payment via the app is not possible.


What can I bring with me?

  • Luggage? Yes, as long as it is small.
  • Bicycle or E-Scooter? No.
  • Dog? Yes, as long as it is small and wearing a muzzle.
  • Do children have to pay for a ticket? Children under 1 meter tall travel free of charge.

Who can I contact if I need help?

For information, support, or notifications, you can reach customer service via the contact form: https://brescia.arriva.it/en/contacts/ or via the central Contact Center: +39 035 289000 (Monday to Saturday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM).


How long does it take to get a reply if I fill out the contact form?

On average, we respond within 2 working days. Please note that processing times may vary depending on the type of request.


The contact form is not working. What should I do?

The form is optimized for use with Google Chrome on a desktop PC. If you filled out the form using a mobile device or a different browser, please try again on a desktop or laptop computer using Google Chrome.
Should the problem persist, you can contact the Contact Center staff, who will assist you in submitting your request.


Can I also use the contact form for complaints or lost property?

No. The contact form is intended for general inquiries and is not suitable for complaints or lost property inquiries, as it does not capture all the required information.
Please use the appropriate forms:


What should I do if I lose a personal item on the bus or at a stop?

If you lost an item on the bus or at a stop, you can fill out the lost property form: https://brescia.arriva.it/en/lost-properties/.

This allows us to check whether the item has been found and turned in to the relevant office. If the item is located, arrangements for its collection can be made.


How long does it take to get a reply if I fill out the lost property form?

Arriva usually responds within two working days. If the item is not found within this period, the lost item report remains active for three months (the retention period for lost property).
If the item is found and turned in within this period, Arriva will contact you to organize its collection.


What should I do if I find a lost item on the bus or at a stop?

If you find a lost item, you can contact the Arriva Contact Center at +39 035 289000, report the find, and arrange the best way to hand over the item to the relevant office.


What do I need to do if I want to submit a report or complaint, and how long does the processing take?

You can fill out the form for reports and complaints: https://brescia.arriva.it/reclami-2/. The processing and response times for reports and complaints are based on the provisions of the Mobility Charter (Carta della Mobilità).

 

 

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