The Way to Move in Greensboro is GTA! Greensboro Transit Authority serves our residents and visitors with efficient public transportation services. GTA is operated by the City of Greensboro Public Transportation Division under the direction of the
GTA Board.
GTA Paratransit Operator Wins at State Bus Roadeo
Congratulations to Robin Dillon who won first place in the Van division of the North Carolina Public Transportation Roadeo on May 20 in Wilmington. Robin, along with six other operators, competed in a number of bus skill contests against transit operators from across North Carolina. To see the contests, watch "A Day at the Roadeo" on GTA's YouTube page.
Changes Approved for Fixed Route Modifications
At the March GTA Board Meeting, modifications to the following routes were approved effective July 2:
- Route #3 N. Elm St.
- Route #6 Summit Ave.
- Route #7 Friendly Ave. (Option #2)
- Route #8A Lawndale Connector
- Route #9 W. Market St.
- Route #15 Yanceyville St./Brightwood School Rd.
The Board has asked for public transportation staff to re-evaluate the modifications to Route #11 High Point Rd. and Route #11A High Point Rd. Connector. A description of the changes is available here as well as maps of the approved/proposed changes to Routes 3, 6, 7, 8A 11, and 15.
GTA - the Perfect Partner for Business
Greensboro Transit Authority wants to partner with you to serve your employees' transportation needs! How? Learn about our Corporate Connections program and the benefits available for your employees and your bottom line.
The Safe Place for Youth - GTA
GTA is now Greensboro's newest Safe Place location. Signage at the Depot, GTA Administrative Offices, and on more than 100 buses will indicate an area of safety for children in time of need. If a child or young adult needs help, trained GTA representatives are ready to lend a hand. The local Safe Place Program is administered by Youth Focus Inc.
We Have Moved!
GTA has relocated to its new Operations/Maintenance Facility and Administrative Offices at 223 W. Meadowview Rd. The facility is located just five minutes south of downtown and is served by Route 12A Southtown Connector and Route 12 S. Elm-Eugene. Directions and a map to the new facility is available here. All GTA Board Meetings and Briefings will take place at this location unless otherwise noted. Please note that the GTA transfer center will remain at the J. Douglas Galyon Depot.
2012 Triad Commute Challenge
Once again, GTA and HEAT have partnered with Piedmont Authority for Regional Transportation for the Triad Commute Challenge -- a three-month campaign to support alternative transportation in the Piedmont. Learn more on TCC's website.
New Facility Construction is Completed
The new 64,000 square foot GTA Operations/Maintenance Facility and Administrative Offices has been completed and is now serving the Greensboro community. Want to see what it took to make it happen? Check out our construction photos on our flickr site.
Answers to Your Questions About SCAT Reservation and Service Policy Changes
The GTA Board recently approved policy changes for SCAT Reservations and Services including the Late Cancelation/No Show Policy. To help you understand these changes, this list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) has been produced. For more information on the policy changes, contact Sharon Smiley at 336-373-2182
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Regional Fare Value Cards Now Available
The Triad's public transit agencies, which includes GTA, are offering riders a Regional Fare Value Card. Riders can purchase cards in $5, $10, and $20 denominations to use on PART, GTA, HiTran, and WSTA buses. Each time a rider boards a bus, the fare box will deduct each transit system's single ride fare amount. Transfer tickets will not be provided between the transit systems. For more information about the Regional Fare Value Card, visit the PART website.
Get In The Know With Transit Updates
Be the first to get GTA and HEAT updates and information, service changes, route detours, weather delays and more by text message. Sign up by texting follow gtaheat to 40404. You can also subscribe by e-mail by visiting GTA's Twitter site.
*Please note that this service is free, but you may be charged for text messages depending on your personal cell phone plan. The City of Greensboro and GTA are not responsible for charges or damages resulting from use of this service.
Web-Based Reservations Available for SCAT Users
Users of Specialized Community Area Transportation (SCAT) services can now make reservations for trips on the Internet. To make a reservation, please visit the interactive website.
GTA Title VI Notice
Greensboro Transit Authority complies with federal laws that prohibit discrimination against people because of their race, color or national origin, and in some cases, sex, age or low income status. View our Title VI Notice to the Public. Click to view the full notice.
Public Transportation Division Manager: Elizabeth G. James, 336-373-2820