Adult fare on Route 60 is about the price of a coffee
Spokane Transit Route 60 runs between Spokane International Airport (GEG) and downtown Spokane on a standard city bus, making it the low-cost option for solo travelers and airport staff. The stop sits on Airport Drive near the main terminal serving Concourses A, B, and C, so you walk a few hundred feet from baggage claim to the shelter instead of hunting for a distant park-and-ride.
Service typically runs seven days a week with daytime and evening trips, but exact start and end times shift by day, so check the current Route 60 timetable before you land. Headed inbound, the bus connects the airport with the West Plains and downtown transit centers, giving access to other STA routes across Spokane. The ride from GEG to downtown usually takes around 20–35 minutes depending on time of day and traffic on I‑90.
You pay the driver at the front door using cash or an STA smartcard or mobile fare product, with a standard adult fare that currently sits under a typical $5 rideshare tip. Bring small bills if you plan to pay cash; drivers generally do not make change. Luggage goes at your feet or on your lap, and the setup suits a single carry-on or backpack better than two 50‑pound checked bags.
Bus shelters near the terminal include posted Route 60 maps and schedules, usually listing specific timepoints like the West Plains Transit Center and the downtown STA Plaza. The vehicle itself is a regular city bus with forward-facing and side bench seating, so don’t expect underfloor luggage bays or an onboard restroom. Stops are called out over the speaker system and shown on displays, so you can track your progress stop by stop toward downtown.
Practical tip: Screenshot the current Route 60 schedule and route map before you board your flight; cell service can be patchy near the curb, and having departure times and stop names saved on your phone saves a sprint back to the terminal if you miss a bus by 2 minutes.