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Bus Detour due to Charlotte Water Main Installment

CATS will temporarily adjust bus Route 1 due to a water main installment on Hovis Road.

Restriping Work Paused at Woodlawn Park and Ride

Due to weather, the restriping work at the Woodlawn Park and Ride is paused and the station is open.

Bus Detour due to Charlotte Water Main Repairs

CATS will temporarily adjust bus route 12 due to a water main repairs.

Event calendar

CanceledCitizen Transit Advisory Group (CTAG) December Meeting

December 17, 2024

CanceledMetropolitan Transit Commission (MTC) December Meeting

December 25, 2024

Unveiling CATS’ first Cultural Inclusion of Bus Wrap

January 03, 2025

WelcomeCLT Series

February 11, 2025

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Temporary CATS Bus Detour – Charlotte Water Main Repairs

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will temporarily adjust bus route 12 due to a water main repairs.
Route: 12 – South Boulevard
Where: South Boulevard at Westinghouse Boulevard; South Boulevard at Sharon Road West.
When: Until further notice.

December 13, 2024

Restriping Work Paused at Woodlawn Park and Ride

Due to weather, the restriping work at the Woodlawn Park and Ride is paused and the station is open.

December 11, 2024

Sidewalk at Sharon Road West Station Reopen

The section of sidewalk around the elevator along the north end of the station at Sharon Road West has reopened after being closed for repairs.

December 11, 2024

CATS Announces the Holiday Bus Returns

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is announcing the return of the Holiday Bus! This CATS bus is adorned in a winter-themed bus wrap and it provides free rides around the Charlotte region. The bus is placed on random routes throughout December, and if you see it on your route – your trip is free!

December 06, 2024

MTC Seeks Applicants for New Advisory Committee

MTC is seeking applicants for its new committee, the Public Transit Advisory Committee (PTAC). PTAC replaces the Citizens Transit Advisory Group (CTAG) and the Transit Services Advisory Committee (TSAC). PTAC will be established effective Jan. 1, 2025, through an interlocal agreement between the City of Charlotte, Mecklenburg County and the six towns.

December 04, 2024

CATS Seeks Input on the Transit System Plan Update

We want to hear from you! Help us shape the next chapter of transit in the Charlotte region. We’ve outlined proposed goals and objectives for an updated plan of transit investments for 2030 and beyond.

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) continues to work towards building a high-quality transit network that serves the needs of residents throughout our region

December 02, 2024

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News & Topics

Temporary CATS Bus Detour – Charlotte Water Main Repairs

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will temporarily adjust bus route 12 due to a water main repairs.
Route: 12 – South Boulevard
Where: South Boulevard at Westinghouse Boulevard; South Boulevard at Sharon Road West.
When: Until further notice.

December 13, 2024

Restriping Work Paused at Woodlawn Park and Ride

Due to weather, the restriping work at the Woodlawn Park and Ride is paused and the station is open.

December 11, 2024

Sidewalk at Sharon Road West Station Reopen

The section of sidewalk around the elevator along the north end of the station at Sharon Road West has reopened after being closed for repairs.

December 11, 2024

CATS Announces the Holiday Bus Returns

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is announcing the return of the Holiday Bus! This CATS bus is adorned in a winter-themed bus wrap and it provides free rides around the Charlotte region. The bus is placed on random routes throughout December, and if you see it on your route – your trip is free!

December 06, 2024

MTC Seeks Applicants for New Advisory Committee

MTC is seeking applicants for its new committee, the Public Transit Advisory Committee (PTAC). PTAC replaces the Citizens Transit Advisory Group (CTAG) and the Transit Services Advisory Committee (TSAC). PTAC will be established effective Jan. 1, 2025, through an interlocal agreement between the City of Charlotte, Mecklenburg County and the six towns.

December 04, 2024

CATS Seeks Input on the Transit System Plan Update

We want to hear from you! Help us shape the next chapter of transit in the Charlotte region. We’ve outlined proposed goals and objectives for an updated plan of transit investments for 2030 and beyond.

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) continues to work towards building a high-quality transit network that serves the needs of residents throughout our region

December 02, 2024

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MTC Seeks Applicants for New Advisory Committee

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Transit System Plan Update

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

CATS will temporarily adjust bus Route 1 due to a water main installment on Hovis Road.

Due to weather, the restriping work at the Woodlawn Park and Ride is paused and the station is open.

CATS will temporarily adjust bus route 12 due to a water main repairs.

Event calendar

CanceledCitizen Transit Advisory Group (CTAG) December Meeting

CanceledMetropolitan Transit Commission (MTC) December Meeting

Unveiling CATS’ first Cultural Inclusion of Bus Wrap

WelcomeCLT Series

News & Topics

Temporary CATS Bus Detour – Charlotte Water Main Repairs

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will temporarily adjust bus route 12 due to a water main repairs.
Route: 12 – South Boulevard
Where: South Boulevard at Westinghouse Boulevard; South Boulevard at Sharon Road West.
When: Until further notice.

Restriping Work Paused at Woodlawn Park and Ride

Due to weather, the restriping work at the Woodlawn Park and Ride is paused and the station is open.

Sidewalk at Sharon Road West Station Reopen

The section of sidewalk around the elevator along the north end of the station at Sharon Road West has reopened after being closed for repairs.

CATS Announces the Holiday Bus Returns

MTC Seeks Applicants for New Advisory Committee

CATS Seeks Input on the Transit System Plan Update

News & Topics

Temporary CATS Bus Detour – Charlotte Water Main Repairs

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will temporarily adjust bus route 12 due to a water main repairs.
Route: 12 – South Boulevard
Where: South Boulevard at Westinghouse Boulevard; South Boulevard at Sharon Road West.
When: Until further notice.

Restriping Work Paused at Woodlawn Park and Ride

Due to weather, the restriping work at the Woodlawn Park and Ride is paused and the station is open.

Sidewalk at Sharon Road West Station Reopen

The section of sidewalk around the elevator along the north end of the station at Sharon Road West has reopened after being closed for repairs.

CATS Announces the Holiday Bus Returns

MTC Seeks Applicants for New Advisory Committee

CATS Seeks Input on the Transit System Plan Update

Take Our Survey

MTC Seeks Applicants for New Advisory Committee

Home

Bus

Rail

STS

Fares

Trip Planner

Transit System Plan Update

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

CATS will temporarily adjust bus Route 1 due to a water main installment on Hovis Road.

Due to weather, the restriping work at the Woodlawn Park and Ride is paused and the station is open.

CATS will temporarily adjust bus route 12 due to a water main repairs.

Event calendar

CanceledCitizen Transit Advisory Group (CTAG) December Meeting

CanceledMetropolitan Transit Commission (MTC) December Meeting

Unveiling CATS’ first Cultural Inclusion of Bus Wrap

WelcomeCLT Series

News & Topics

Temporary CATS Bus Detour – Charlotte Water Main Repairs

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will temporarily adjust bus route 12 due to a water main repairs. Route: 12 – South Boulevard Where: South Boulevard at Westinghouse Boulevard; South Boulevard at Sharon Road West. When: Until further notice.

Restriping Work Paused at Woodlawn Park and Ride

Due to weather, the restriping work at the Woodlawn Park and Ride is paused and the station is open.

Sidewalk at Sharon Road West Station Reopen

The section of sidewalk around the elevator along the north end of the station at Sharon Road West has reopened after being closed for repairs.

CATS Announces the Holiday Bus Returns

MTC Seeks Applicants for New Advisory Committee

CATS Seeks Input on the Transit System Plan Update

News & Topics

Temporary CATS Bus Detour – Charlotte Water Main Repairs

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will temporarily adjust bus route 12 due to a water main repairs. Route: 12 – South Boulevard Where: South Boulevard at Westinghouse Boulevard; South Boulevard at Sharon Road West. When: Until further notice.

Restriping Work Paused at Woodlawn Park and Ride

Due to weather, the restriping work at the Woodlawn Park and Ride is paused and the station is open.

Sidewalk at Sharon Road West Station Reopen

The section of sidewalk around the elevator along the north end of the station at Sharon Road West has reopened after being closed for repairs.

CATS Announces the Holiday Bus Returns

MTC Seeks Applicants for New Advisory Committee

CATS Seeks Input on the Transit System Plan Update

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will temporarily adjust bus route 12 due to a water main repairs.
Route: 12 – South Boulevard
Where: South Boulevard at Westinghouse Boulevard; South Boulevard at Sharon Road West.
When: Until further notice.

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will temporarily adjust bus route 12 due to a water main repairs.
Route: 12 – South Boulevard
Where: South Boulevard at Westinghouse Boulevard; South Boulevard at Sharon Road West.
When: Until further notice.