CATS to Perform Preventative Maintenance on Blue and Gold Line Service

Rider’s Alert 
Blue Line and Gold Line 
Effective: Dec. 13-14, 2025

Maintenance is part of CATS’ ongoing commitment to provide safe and efficient transit services.

Charlotte, N.C. – The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will suspend Blue Line and Gold Line services for preventative maintenance Saturday, Dec. 13 and Sunday, Dec. 14.

To minimize disruptions, the shutdown will occur in phases. The entire length of the Gold Line and the South Blue Line shutdown, from 7th Street to I-485, is scheduled to begin at approximately 2:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 13.  
 
The North Blue Line shutdown, from 7th Street to UNCC, is scheduled to begin at approximately 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13. Please note the last train leaving each respective station will occur between 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. To utilize our trip planner and find the scheduled last train for each station visit the page by clicking this link: Trip Planner

During this period, bus bridges will replace rail service. Information boards at stations will direct riders to bus bridge stops, which will be marked with Connector signs. Buses will also display “Bus Bridge” for easy identification.

The Blue Line and Gold Line will reopen for regularly scheduled service on Monday, December 15.

For detailed bus bridge locations, visit the dedicated page by clicking this link: Bus Bridge Stop Locations. Learn more about our maintenance goals here.

The CATS-Pass app offers real-time updates, fare purchases and more. For questions or concerns, riders can speak directly to a customer service representative at 704-336-7433.

The City of Charlotte does not discriminate on the basis of disability. To request a reasonable accommodation or translation (free of charge) please email telltransit@charlottenc.gov or call 704-336-7433.