FOR IMMEDIATE
RELEASE
April 8, 2026
MARTA
PUBLISHES FINAL NEXTGEN BUS NETWORK SCHEDULES TO HELP CUSTOMERS PLAN THEIR TRIP
New Bus
Network Launches Saturday, April 18
ATLANTA – The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA)
has released the final schedules for the NextGen Bus Network as it prepares to
launch the most significant bus service redesign in the Authority’s history.
The new network officially goes live on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
Riders can now access updated
schedules and plan their future trips using the MARTA Trip Planner. These tools
allow customers to see exactly how their routes will change and how the
redesigned bus network will improve their transit experience.
“We are excited to reach this milestone and provide our riders
with the tools they need to navigate the new network,” said MARTA Interim
General Manager and CEO Jonathan Hunt. “The NextGen Bus Network is a
generational change for transit in Atlanta. By tripling the number of routes
with 15-minute frequency, and ensuring that is consistent all day, not just
during rush hour, we are delivering a bus network that is smarter, faster, and
more reliable for all our customers.”
The NextGen Bus Network is built on three core pillars of
improvement:
- Smarter: The new network provides more consistent service
seven days a week, reducing confusion and making the system more reliable
during evening and weekend hours.
- Faster: MARTA has tripled the number of locations with
high-frequency service. More riders will now enjoy buses arriving every 15
minutes or better.
- Better: By optimizing routes, the network increases
direct access to essential destinations, including major job centers,
grocery stores, and health care facilities.
To prepare for the NextGen Bus Network launch on April 18, MARTA
encourages all riders to check their specific routes before the launch date.
Because nearly every bus route is changing, customers should use the following
resources to prepare:
The NextGen Bus Network represents a fundamental shift in transit
delivery for Atlanta, prioritizing frequency and accessibility to ensure the
bus system remains a competitive and viable choice for all residents.
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