‘Tis the season to share your love of public transit with… well, everyone. And to help get you started, the Jawnt team browsed the gift shops of transit agencies across the country to find the most unique gifts that any bus or train aficionado will love. 

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Check out some of our top picks below (listed in alphabetical order by agency name — we don’t play favorites!).

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Amtrak

Retro Ceramic Mug ($14.68) - Shop here

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This collector’s mug is the perfect way to share not-so-subliminal messages with your coworkers.

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Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART)

Ugly Holiday Vest ($40) - Shop here

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A great fit for any ugly sweater party in sunny California (though we think it’s pretty cute!).

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Chicago Transit Authority (CTA)

2024 Train & Bus Holiday Sweater ($55) - Shop here

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If you want to win the ugly sweater contest, look no further — this sweater lights up!

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Los Angeles Metro (Metro)

Union Station Patch Pack ($14) - Shop here

A stocking stuffer for the modest transit rider, these patches were created in collaboration with the Merch Motel. (Check them out for more cool LA-area gifts!)

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Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA)

Vehicle Butter Dishes ($75) - Shop here

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These handmade butter dishes will melt the heart of any transit lover. Choose a bus or your favorite car from the Blue, Red, or Orange Lines.

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Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA)

MARTA Bus Backpack ($50) - Shop here

All aboard! Keep all of your items secure on your commute to school (or work) with this MARTA Bus backpack.

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Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA)

Helvetica and the NYC Subway System Story Book ($50) - Shop here

Explore the colors, shapes, and styles of New York’s subway signage in this (maybe) true story book by Paul Shaw.

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NJ Transit

Train Whistle Keychain ($6.50) - Shop here

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Channel your inner train conductor with this wooden whistle, which doubles as a keychain!

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San Francisco Municipal Railway (Muni)

Muni Ramen Bowl T-Shirt ($24) - Shop here

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In the words of Muni, this tee is the “perfect blend of flavor and city pride … Wear it and slurp up some compliments!”

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Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA)

Mode PJ Pants ($30) - Shop here

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Dream of sugar plums and efficient public transit in these soft PJ pants.

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Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA)

Foggy Bottom Swim Briefs ($36) - Shop here

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Go for a dip in these swim trunks that honor DC’s cheekiest Metro station 😉 (get it?)

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Bonus picks

If you’re struggling to find the perfect gift from your local transit agency’s gift shop, don’t fret — We’ve rounded up a few more favorites from artists and sellers across the country.

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Traintrackr Live LED Maps

Various cities/prices - Shop here

These live LED maps display real-time trip data from your local transit agency, making this the perfect gift for the daily transit commuter in your life. Available for Boston MBTA; New York MTA; Washington Metro (WMATA); San Francisco BART; and Chicago’s ‘L’ systems, as well as the London Underground system.

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“Where To?” Global Transit Print

Starting at $21- Shop on Etsy

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Marvel at the unique designs of trains, buses, ferries and other global public transit modes in this print (which can be personalized at no extra cost!).

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‘Thank You For Biking With Us’ Tote Bag

Limited edition, $20 - Shop at Transportation Alternatives

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Ok, so this isn’t technically a nod to transit, but how cute is this tote from Transportation Alternatives?!

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Let us know if we’ve missed any! Reach out to hello@jawntpass.com . We’ll be sure to update this page with more responses as they come in.

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Happy holiday shopping!