Metro Transit
City of Madison
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Metro

Current Detours

Current Stop Closures

Upcoming Detours

  • Routes A, B and E

    Buses detour near the Capitol Square for the Farmers' Market.

    In effect: Saturday, May. 11, 2024 start of service – 3:40pm

  • Routes S and W

    O'Keeffe is closed due to construction.

    In effect: Monday, May. 13, 2024

  • Route 80

    Observatory Dr. is closed between Charter and Park.

    In effect: Monday, May. 13, 2024

Upcoming Stop Closures

  • Stop #1100

    Stop #1100 on Mifflin at Pinckney will not be served

    In effect: Friday, May. 10, 2024 9:40am – 1:40pm

  • Stop 9487 Closed

    Stop 9487 on Market at Main in Sun Prairie Closed

    In effect: Saturday, May. 11, 2024 start of service – 2:30pm

  • Stop #0178 Closed

    Stop #0178 on University at Orchard is closed.

    In effect: Monday, May. 13, 2024

If you would like to plan your trip based on arrival time, please visit Google Maps trip planner.

Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)

Construction of Metro's first BRT line is underway. Expected to be in service at end of 2024!

BRT Information

  • Routes & Schedules

    View arrival times and service maps for routes near you.

  • Fares

    Learn about the different fare options at Metro Transit.

  • Get Updates

    Get live arrival times, service alerts, employment notices and more.

  • Accessible Services

    We are committed to providing services that are accessible to all.

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Rider Updates

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Testing New Bus Technology

Metro is now testing new software on 12 buses, which impacts bus tracking & audible announcements. Starting May 13, riders can begin testing the new tracking platform. 

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FREE Summer Youth Passes

Metro and MMSD will again provide free summer youth passes to Madison students grades 6 through those just graduating from high school.

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A New Way to Pay Coming This Summer!

Introducing Metro Fast Fare - a new fare system that will make riding the bus faster, easier and more convenient. 

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2024 Bus Stop Updates

Review a complete list of stop updates happening over the course of the year. 

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Upcoming Events

Visit with Metro staff at the following events to learn more about the bus system! There are two different sessions that will be offered: Transportation Options and Navigating the Metro Bus System. 

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Accessibility Feedback

Tell us about your bus stop. Are there any accessibility issues? Please send your concerns and sign up for accessibility notices and announcements.

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Bus Rapid Transit

Learn more about the City of Madison's plan to implement a Bus Rapid Transit System (BRT) in 2024.