Beginning in November and continuing through early December, CATS will begin the next phase of system upgrades along the Blue Line, which will require scheduled single-tracking periods and Rail Trail detours near the new pedestrian crosswalk by Publix. These improvements support construction of the new station in South End and essential maintenance.
Published on September 24, 2026
Route: 5, 16, 35
Effective: Sept. 26
Due to the Greater Charlotte Heart Walk, CATS Bus Routes 5, 16 and 35 will operate on temporary detours Saturday, Sept. 16, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Riders should expect additional travel time and bypassed stops as buses operate on detours.
Buses will detour around South Tryon Street, Mint Street and several streets in the area.
Brevard St & Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Brooklyn Village Ave & College St
Morehead St & Grandin Rd
College St & Brooklyn Village Ave
College St & 3rd St
Tryon St & Brooklyn Village Ave
Tryon St & Morehead St
Tryon St & Catherine St
Tryon St & Bland St
Tryon St & Park Ave
Tryon St & West Blvd
College St & 4th St
Tryon St & Carson Blvd
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.