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CHARLOTTE AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM

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STS

STS offers services to individuals with disabilities.

Fares

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Transit System Plan Update

Learn more about how CATS works for you.

Micro

Learn about CATS Micro, an on-demand, shared-ride transit option.

Go Getters Wanted

We’re looking for incredible people to join our team and want to build a career with CATS.

We want your feedback!

Participate in our Paratransit survey for an opportunity to win!

Ongoing Improvements

Arrowood Park & Ride will be restriped beginning Mon. May 26. Plan for reduced parking at this time

Upcoming Service Change

Several routes and services will be adjusted, beginning Monday, July 7.

Event calendar

Public Transit Advisory Committee (PTAC)

July 09, 2025

CanceledMetropolitan Transit Commission (MTC) July Meeting

July 23, 2025

CanceledMetropolitan Transit Commission (MTC) August Meeting

August 27, 2025

Metropolitan Transit Commission (MTC)

September 17, 2025

Transit Equity Day

February 04, 2026

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News & Topics

Relaunch Vanpool Service in Partnership with Commute with Enterprise

Residents and commuters in the greater Charlotte area now
have an enhanced, convenient and cost-effective transportation option with the relaunch of the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) vanpool program.

July 01, 2025

Village Rider and Davidson Shuttle Routes to Transition to CATS Micro

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will retire the North Mecklenburg Village Rider (routes 97, 98 and 99) and the Davidson Shuttle (route 290) services effective July 7, 2025.

July 01, 2025

CATS Independence Day Service Schedule

CATS is announcing that all bus, rail and paratransit services will operate on a Saturday schedule on Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.

June 27, 2025

Temporary CATS Bus Detour - FIFA World Cup June 28 and June 30

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will temporarily adjust the following routes due to road closures for the FIFA World Cup SL Benfica vs Chelsea FC match and the FC Internazionale Milano vs Fluminense FC match.

June 27, 2025

Service Alert – Sharon Road West Elevators Out of Service

Both elevators are out of service at Sharon Road West Station. Shuttle service will be provided for riders in need of assistance at Sharon Road West Station.

June 26, 2025

New vehicle experiences across the system

CATS is stepping into a new era to help meet the needs of our growing region to provide sustainable, comfortable and accessible transit options.

June 25, 2025

View More News

News & Topics

Relaunch Vanpool Service in Partnership with Commute with Enterprise

Residents and commuters in the greater Charlotte area now
have an enhanced, convenient and cost-effective transportation option with the relaunch of the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) vanpool program.

July 01, 2025

Village Rider and Davidson Shuttle Routes to Transition to CATS Micro

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will retire the North Mecklenburg Village Rider (routes 97, 98 and 99) and the Davidson Shuttle (route 290) services effective July 7, 2025.

July 01, 2025

CATS Independence Day Service Schedule

CATS is announcing that all bus, rail and paratransit services will operate on a Saturday schedule on Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.

June 27, 2025

Temporary CATS Bus Detour - FIFA World Cup June 28 and June 30

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will temporarily adjust the following routes due to road closures for the FIFA World Cup SL Benfica vs Chelsea FC match and the FC Internazionale Milano vs Fluminense FC match.

June 27, 2025

Service Alert – Sharon Road West Elevators Out of Service

Both elevators are out of service at Sharon Road West Station. Shuttle service will be provided for riders in need of assistance at Sharon Road West Station.

June 26, 2025

New vehicle experiences across the system

CATS is stepping into a new era to help meet the needs of our growing region to provide sustainable, comfortable and accessible transit options.

June 25, 2025

View More News

CATS Vanpool: Commute together, Arrive better!

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Transit System Plan Update

Micro

We’re looking for incredible people to join our team and want to build a career with CATS.

Participate in our Paratransit survey for an opportunity to win!

Arrowood Park & Ride will be restriped beginning Mon. May 26. Plan for reduced parking at this time

Several routes and services will be adjusted, beginning Monday, July 7.

Event calendar

Public Transit Advisory Committee (PTAC)

CanceledMetropolitan Transit Commission (MTC) July Meeting

CanceledMetropolitan Transit Commission (MTC) August Meeting

Metropolitan Transit Commission (MTC)

Transit Equity Day

News & Topics

Relaunch Vanpool Service in Partnership with Commute with Enterprise

Residents and commuters in the greater Charlotte area nowhave an enhanced, convenient and cost-effective transportation option with the relaunch of the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) vanpool program.

Village Rider and Davidson Shuttle Routes to Transition to CATS Micro

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will retire the North Mecklenburg Village Rider (routes 97, 98 and 99) and the Davidson Shuttle (route 290) services effective July 7, 2025.

CATS Independence Day Service Schedule

CATS is announcing that all bus, rail and paratransit services will operate on a Saturday schedule on Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.

Temporary CATS Bus Detour - FIFA World Cup June 28 and June 30

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will temporarily adjust the following routes due to road closures for the FIFA World Cup SL Benfica vs Chelsea FC match and the FC Internazionale Milano vs Fluminense FC match.

Service Alert – Sharon Road West Elevators Out of Service

Both elevators are out of service at Sharon Road West Station. Shuttle service will be provided for riders in need of assistance at Sharon Road West Station.

New vehicle experiences across the system

CATS is stepping into a new era to help meet the needs of our growing region to provide sustainable, comfortable and accessible transit options.

News & Topics

Relaunch Vanpool Service in Partnership with Commute with Enterprise

Residents and commuters in the greater Charlotte area nowhave an enhanced, convenient and cost-effective transportation option with the relaunch of the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) vanpool program.

Village Rider and Davidson Shuttle Routes to Transition to CATS Micro

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will retire the North Mecklenburg Village Rider (routes 97, 98 and 99) and the Davidson Shuttle (route 290) services effective July 7, 2025.

CATS Independence Day Service Schedule

CATS is announcing that all bus, rail and paratransit services will operate on a Saturday schedule on Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.

Temporary CATS Bus Detour - FIFA World Cup June 28 and June 30

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will temporarily adjust the following routes due to road closures for the FIFA World Cup SL Benfica vs Chelsea FC match and the FC Internazionale Milano vs Fluminense FC match.

Service Alert – Sharon Road West Elevators Out of Service

Both elevators are out of service at Sharon Road West Station. Shuttle service will be provided for riders in need of assistance at Sharon Road West Station.

New vehicle experiences across the system

CATS is stepping into a new era to help meet the needs of our growing region to provide sustainable, comfortable and accessible transit options.

Residents and commuters in the greater Charlotte area now
have an enhanced, convenient and cost-effective transportation option with the relaunch of the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) vanpool program.

Residents and commuters in the greater Charlotte area now
have an enhanced, convenient and cost-effective transportation option with the relaunch of the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) vanpool program.