Greensboro Transit Agency Announces Reduction In Service To Combat Coronavirus

Press release from the City of Greensboro:

April 1 2020

Beginning Thursday, April 2, Greeensboro Transit Agency will operate on an hourly schedule and on the combined seven routes usually offered on Sundays to further combat the spread of COVID-19.

The new service hours:

• Monday through Friday - 5:15 am to 8:30 pm
• Saturday - 6 am to 8 pm
• Sunday - 6 am to 6 pm. This service level will remain in effect until further notice.

The current COVID-19 restrictions, including county and state stay-at-home orders, have cut overall ridership by 50 percent or more during our peak riding periods. Reducing the level of transit service allows the system to offer transportation services for employment, medical and other life needs while maintaining good financial stewardship. GTA encourages the public to stay safely at home if possible. If there is a need to travel, use prescribed prevention methods including washing and sanitizing hands frequently.

To view the Sunday service maps, visit the GTA website. Sunday routes are numbered 21 through 27. Fares remain free until further notice.

Due to the nature of the SCAT paratransit system, its buses will operate normally, mirroring the service hours of GTA. SCAT I-Ride will continue to operate normally.

This press release was produced by the City of Greensboro. The views expressed here are the author’s own.