CATS Sprinter: Airport Connector

Fast, easy and affordable, the CATS Sprinter is your ride between Charlotte Douglas International Airport and Center City Charlotte. Whether you’re catching a flight or heading into town, the Sprinter takes the stress out of travel. No parking. No surge pricing. Just $2.50 per ride.

The Sprinter:

CTC Runs between the Charlotte Transportation Center (Uptown) and the airport.

  • Starts at 5:05 AM from Uptown

  • Runs every 30 minutes on weekdays

  • Weekday Service is 5:30 AM-1:22 AM

  • Saturday Service is 6:00 AM-1:22 AM

  • Sunday Service is 6:00 AM-1:14 AM

Route 60:

Tyvola Rd Connects to the Blue Line Tyvola Station and the airport.

  • Starts at 5:09 a.m.

  • Runs every 30 minutes, 7 days a week.

  • Last trip leaves the airport at:

  • Weekdays - 11:45 PM

  • Saturdays - 12:10 AM

  • Sundays - 11:46 PM

View the full bus schedules for Sprinter and Route 60 to check travel times.

What Makes CATS Sprinter Special?

  • Frequent Service: Buses come often so no long waits.

  • Smooth Connections: Easily transfer to other CATS buses, the Blue Line or the Gold Line.

  • Eco-Friendly Fleet: All Sprinter buses are hybrid electric, so you’re riding green and clean.

  • Modern Shelters: Stay dry and visible with sleek, open-air shelters.

CATS Buses Overview