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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, Apr. 20, 2024 start of service – 3:40pm

  • Routes 80 and 82

    Buses skip stops on Lake and Langdon

    In effect: Saturday, Apr. 20, 2024 – Sunday, Apr. 21, 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.

If you see something, say something!

Help us keep Madison safe, and report suspicious baggage.

Rider Updates

Spring 2024 - Passenger Newsletter

Learn more about bus rapid transit, electric buses, new technology and more in the latest Metro passenger newsletter.  

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On-Board Rider Survey

The City of Madison is conducting a passenger survey. Look for surveyors on your bus wearing a safety vest and ID badge. 

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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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Public Information Meetings

Learn more about continued planning for Metro's proposed second BRT line that will run from the north side of Madison all the way south to Fitchburg.

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2024 Bus Stop Updates

Stop updates happening this year will be reviewed by the City of Madison Transportation Commission on April 24 at 5 p.m.

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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.