Getting Around Clovis
Clovis is a car-dependent city, and for most visitors a vehicle is the most practical way to reach attractions and amenities. The city does have a public bus system, but it is designed around local needs rather than tourism, so plan your trip with that in mind.
Rail, Metro and Tram
Clovis has no rail, metro, or tram network of its own. There is no train or light rail service to ride within the city, so these modes are not an option for getting around.
Buses and Public Transport
Public transit in Clovis is provided by Clovis Transit. The system is built around fixed routes that run along major roadways and connect to key destinations, including Clovis Unified high schools, Clovis Community College, and Fresno State. Routes are color-coded, and the network is designed so that riders can transfer between lines to reach different parts of the city.
- Fares: Clovis Transit fixed-route service is free to riders. Paratransit is also free.
- Frequency: Buses generally run about every 30 minutes, with projected wait times under 30 minutes on the redesigned network.
- Hours: Service operates on weekdays with reduced Saturday hours; the redesigned system extends service to 7 p.m.
- Accessibility: All buses are wheelchair accessible and ADA-compliant, and can accommodate wheelchairs, electric scooters, and walkers. Operators are trained to assist passengers boarding and exiting.
- Bikes and scooters: Buses have bike racks (used at the cyclist's own risk), and scooters may be brought onboard and secured by the driver.
- Trip planning: You can plan a trip using Google Maps/Google Transit or by calling (559) 324-2770.
- Micro-transit: Three micro-transit pick-up locations—Dry Creek Trailhead, Harlan Ranch Community Recreation Center, and Pasa Tiempo Park—let riders request a ride through the Clovis Transit Dispatch phone line or the Clovis Transit app. The vehicle takes you to a designated drop-off point where you transfer to the nearest main line.
- Safe Place: Clovis Transit buses are designated "Safe Place" locations; youth in crisis may request transportation assistance to the Sanctuary Youth Shelter via the driver.
Note that Clovis, New Mexico, also has a transit system, the Clovis Area Transit System (CATS). It operates by pre-scheduled ride appointments rather than fixed routes, so service must be booked in advance and has limited operational hours. It is best suited to reaching a specific destination with advance planning rather than spontaneous travel.
Taxis and Ride-Hailing
The source material does not describe taxi or ride-hailing services in Clovis. Because the city is car-dependent and attractions are dispersed, a vehicle—whether your own, a taxi, or a ride-hailing app—is generally the most effective way to get around.
Walkability
Walkability in Clovis is limited. The Downtown District has a cluster of shops and restaurants that can be explored on foot, but beyond downtown, attractions are spread out, making walking impractical for reaching key sites. Biking is an option for leisure or exercise, but there are no dedicated bike lanes and vehicle traffic is prevalent, so it is not practical for daily transport or errands.
Getting from the Airport into the City
Clovis, New Mexico, is served by Clovis Municipal Airport. The source material does not provide details on ground transportation from the airport into the city, so visitors should plan ahead and confirm their options—such as a rental car, taxi, or arranged pickup—before arrival.