Beginning Monday, Aug. 31, 2026, CATS Gold Line streetcars will begin operating using stop request service. Streetcars will stop when customers press onboard "Stop Request" buttons or if customers are waiting to board on station platforms.
Published on August 28, 2026
Route: 9
Effective: Sept. 1, 2026
Beginning Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026, CATS Bus Route 9 (Central Avenue) will enter the Eastland Community Transit Center on outbound trips to Albemarle & Lawyers Park & Ride.
This change will eliminate some connectivity issues with routes 28, 221 and 222.
Route 9 inbound trips to the Charlotte Transportation Center will continue to serve the Eastland Community Transit Center at the bus bay on Central Avenue.
Use the CATS-Pass app for live vehicle tracking and trip planning. For questions or concerns, riders can speak directly to a customer service representative at 704-366-7433.
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. Call Center open Monday through Friday 5:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 7 - 11:30 a.m. & 12:30 - 4 p.m.