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Transit System Plan Update

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Learn about CATS Micro, an on-demand, shared-ride transit option.

Go Getters Wanted

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

Public Meetings to Shape the Future of Transit

CATS invites the community to provide feedback for the Transit System Plan (TSP) update.

Microtransit Service Officially Launches

CATS Micro is available to get you where you need to go.

Upcoming Bus Detours - Saturday March 1, 2025

Learn more about the detours due to the YMCA Corporate Cup and Charlotte F.C. game.

Event calendar

Virtual: Transit System Plan Public Meeting

March 10, 2025

East Corridor: Transit System Plan Public Meeting

March 11, 2025

North Corridor: Transit System Plan Public Meeting

March 18, 2025

South Corridor: Transit System Plan Public Meeting

March 20, 2025

Center City Charlotte: Transit System Plan Public Meeting

March 24, 2025

West Corridor: Transit System Plan Public Meeting

March 25, 2025

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News & Topics

Upcoming Bus Detours - Saturday March 1, 2025

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will temporarily adjust the following routes due to road closures for the YMCA Corporate Cup 5K, Half Marathon & Half Marathon Relay and Charlotte FC game Saturday, March 1, 2025.

February 27, 2025

CATS Public Meetings to Shape the Future of Transit

Join the conversation! CATS invites the community to provide feedback for the Transit System Plan (TSP) update, which will shape the future of bus and rail in the Charlotte region. CATS will share information on four alternative program scenarios for the TSP update at a series of public meetings. Your input is essential because you know what matters most to you.

February 24, 2025

CATS Microtransit Service Officially Launches

CATS hosted an event at the Cornelius Park & Ride to launch its new microtransit service, CATS Micro. The service will begin operating Monday, Feb. 24, 2025.  
CATS Micro is an on-demand, shared-ride service that gets you where you need to go, for the same fare as a local bus or rail trip.

February 24, 2025

CATS Micro Pop-Up at Huntersville Gateway Park & Ride Rescheduled

Due to inclement weather, the CATS Micro pop-up scheduled for 4-6 p.m. today at the Huntersville Gateway Park & Ride is rescheduled for next Wednesday, Feb. 26, 4-6 p.m. We apologize for any inconvenience, but the safety of our customers is priority.

February 20, 2025

CATS Monitoring Potential Inclement Weather

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is closely monitoring the potential of inclement weather this Wednesday, Feb. 19. There are currently no service impacts.

February 18, 2025

CATS Micro Pop-Up at Northlake Mall Postponed

Due to inclement weather, the CATS Micro pop-up scheduled for 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. today at the Village Rider bus stop at Northlake Mall has been postponed.

February 11, 2025

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News & Topics

Upcoming Bus Detours - Saturday March 1, 2025

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will temporarily adjust the following routes due to road closures for the YMCA Corporate Cup 5K, Half Marathon & Half Marathon Relay and Charlotte FC game Saturday, March 1, 2025.

February 27, 2025

CATS Public Meetings to Shape the Future of Transit

Join the conversation! CATS invites the community to provide feedback for the Transit System Plan (TSP) update, which will shape the future of bus and rail in the Charlotte region. CATS will share information on four alternative program scenarios for the TSP update at a series of public meetings. Your input is essential because you know what matters most to you.

February 24, 2025

CATS Microtransit Service Officially Launches

CATS hosted an event at the Cornelius Park & Ride to launch its new microtransit service, CATS Micro. The service will begin operating Monday, Feb. 24, 2025.  
CATS Micro is an on-demand, shared-ride service that gets you where you need to go, for the same fare as a local bus or rail trip.

February 24, 2025

CATS Micro Pop-Up at Huntersville Gateway Park & Ride Rescheduled

Due to inclement weather, the CATS Micro pop-up scheduled for 4-6 p.m. today at the Huntersville Gateway Park & Ride is rescheduled for next Wednesday, Feb. 26, 4-6 p.m. We apologize for any inconvenience, but the safety of our customers is priority.

February 20, 2025

CATS Monitoring Potential Inclement Weather

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is closely monitoring the potential of inclement weather this Wednesday, Feb. 19. There are currently no service impacts.

February 18, 2025

CATS Micro Pop-Up at Northlake Mall Postponed

Due to inclement weather, the CATS Micro pop-up scheduled for 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. today at the Village Rider bus stop at Northlake Mall has been postponed.

February 11, 2025

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

CATS invites the community to provide feedback for the Transit System Plan (TSP) update.

CATS Micro is available to get you where you need to go.

Learn more about the detours due to the YMCA Corporate Cup and Charlotte F.C. game.

Event calendar

Virtual: Transit System Plan Public Meeting

East Corridor: Transit System Plan Public Meeting

North Corridor: Transit System Plan Public Meeting

South Corridor: Transit System Plan Public Meeting

Center City Charlotte: Transit System Plan Public Meeting

West Corridor: Transit System Plan Public Meeting

News & Topics

Upcoming Bus Detours - Saturday March 1, 2025

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will temporarily adjust the following routes due to road closures for the YMCA Corporate Cup 5K, Half Marathon & Half Marathon Relay and Charlotte FC game Saturday, March 1, 2025.

CATS Public Meetings to Shape the Future of Transit

CATS Microtransit Service Officially Launches

CATS hosted an event at the Cornelius Park & Ride to launch its new microtransit service, CATS Micro. The service will begin operating Monday, Feb. 24, 2025. CATS Micro is an on-demand, shared-ride service that gets you where you need to go, for the same fare as a local bus or rail trip.

CATS Micro Pop-Up at Huntersville Gateway Park & Ride Rescheduled

Due to inclement weather, the CATS Micro pop-up scheduled for 4-6 p.m. today at the Huntersville Gateway Park & Ride is rescheduled for next Wednesday, Feb. 26, 4-6 p.m. We apologize for any inconvenience, but the safety of our customers is priority.

CATS Monitoring Potential Inclement Weather

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is closely monitoring the potential of inclement weather this Wednesday, Feb. 19. There are currently no service impacts.

CATS Micro Pop-Up at Northlake Mall Postponed

Due to inclement weather, the CATS Micro pop-up scheduled for 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. today at the Village Rider bus stop at Northlake Mall has been postponed.

News & Topics

Upcoming Bus Detours - Saturday March 1, 2025

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will temporarily adjust the following routes due to road closures for the YMCA Corporate Cup 5K, Half Marathon & Half Marathon Relay and Charlotte FC game Saturday, March 1, 2025.

CATS Public Meetings to Shape the Future of Transit

CATS Microtransit Service Officially Launches

CATS hosted an event at the Cornelius Park & Ride to launch its new microtransit service, CATS Micro. The service will begin operating Monday, Feb. 24, 2025. CATS Micro is an on-demand, shared-ride service that gets you where you need to go, for the same fare as a local bus or rail trip.

CATS Micro Pop-Up at Huntersville Gateway Park & Ride Rescheduled

Due to inclement weather, the CATS Micro pop-up scheduled for 4-6 p.m. today at the Huntersville Gateway Park & Ride is rescheduled for next Wednesday, Feb. 26, 4-6 p.m. We apologize for any inconvenience, but the safety of our customers is priority.

CATS Monitoring Potential Inclement Weather

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is closely monitoring the potential of inclement weather this Wednesday, Feb. 19. There are currently no service impacts.

CATS Micro Pop-Up at Northlake Mall Postponed

Due to inclement weather, the CATS Micro pop-up scheduled for 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. today at the Village Rider bus stop at Northlake Mall has been postponed.

CATS hosted an event at the Cornelius Park & Ride to launch its new microtransit service, CATS Micro. The service will begin operating Monday, Feb. 24, 2025.  
CATS Micro is an on-demand, shared-ride service that gets you where you need to go, for the same fare as a local bus or rail trip.

CATS hosted an event at the Cornelius Park & Ride to launch its new microtransit service, CATS Micro. The service will begin operating Monday, Feb. 24, 2025.  
CATS Micro is an on-demand, shared-ride service that gets you where you need to go, for the same fare as a local bus or rail trip.