The City of Wichita wants kids to have more opportunities over the summer, that's why it offers free public transportation for students in high school and younger.

All it takes is a school ID.

Kids and teens can use public transit as much as they want. The city says it just wants youngsters to get the most out of their summer vacation.

"Having kids be able to get out and enjoy summer activities, to be able to experience everything in the community and doing it free too," said Nathaniel Hinkel with Wichita Transit. "There's a lot of things for kids to get out and do. We didn't want transportation to be a barrier to everything summer has to offer. "

Wichita Transit runs 18 routes Monday through Saturday, and that includes the Q-Line along Douglas.

It helps young Wichitans get to parks, pools, YMCAs, museums, or even summer jobs.

The buses have bike racks, in case your nearest bus stop isn't super close.

Wichita Transit even offers a free transit training course for those who've never taken the bus before.

If your child doesn't have a school ID, you can visit the Transit Center in downtown Wichita to get an ID for free.

The free buses program runs through August 31.

Download Wichita Transit's maps here:

Learn more about Transit Training by calling: (316) 352-4868