In observance of Independence Day, there will be no CARTA fixed route bus or North Shore Shuttle services on Monday, July 4th. The St. Elmo/Incline Shuttle will operate from 8 a.m. until 8:30 p.m., and the Downtown Shuttle will operate from 9:30 a.m. until 8:30 p.m. The CARTA Care-a-van will operate on a holiday schedule.

CARTA’s free, all-electric shuttle system started in June 1992 with its’ Downtown Shuttle providing service from the Choo Choo to the Tennessee Aquarium. Since then, the shuttle system has expanded its’ service areas to the North Shore and St. Elmo communities and to date, has carried almost 24 million passengers. CARTA is considered a pioneer… READ MORE

The Transportation Security Administration and the Federal Transit Administration have lifted the mask requirement on public transportation. As a result, facial coverings are no longer required when using CARTA’s bus services, however it is strongly recommended.

CARTA is excited to introduce a new subscription-based text alert system! This new feature will provide important bus service information and updates in real-time, directly to your mobile device. Whether it is a service interruption, route detours or inclement weather service changes, you will be notified right away so that you can plan accordingly. Sign… READ MORE

Need to know how to get from point A to point B? Try our trip planner! CARTA has partnered with Google Transit to help you with your travel plans from your departing location to your arrival destination. Just enter your start and end information, the date and time that you want to arrive at your… READ MORE