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Memphis-Area Transit Authority announces changes to bus routes [Video]

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MATA announced they have approved the 2024 Fall service changes to optimize and manage budget constraints.

SHELBY COUNTY, Tenn. — MATA’s board of commissioners approved a number of changes on Sept. 24 with hopes to avoid more budget issues.

Starting Nov. 3, MATA will discontinue these six bus routes:

  • Route 16 Southeast Circulator
  • Route 28 Airport
  • 34 Central & Walnut Grove
  • Route 37 Perkins
  • Route 69 Winchester
  • Zone 3 Cordova Ready! On Demand

The affected routes were selected based on current ridership, available funding and community feedback, according to a press release from MATA officials.

The remaining MATA bus routes will run every hour, operating Monday through Saturday until 7 p.m. and Sundays until 6 p.m., MATA officials said.

MATA will also reintroduce pre-pandemic fares of $1.75 for regular bus routes and start a $2.00 fare for Ready! On-Demand services.

A press release from MATA officials said these updates “provide affordable transit options and reflect MATA’s commitment to offering flexible transportation solutions …

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