Local Bus Service, Fixed Route and Paratransit

Charlottesville Area Transit

1545 Avon Street Extended
Charlottesville, VA 22902

(434) 970-3649

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Contact Information

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(434) 970-3649
Email
CAT@charlottesville.org
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Who We Are

Charlottesville Area Transit (CAT) provides bus service to the greater Charlottesville area. Bus service is offered Monday through Sunday. CAT offers reduced fares for older adults and persons with a disability. Applications for CAT Reduced Fare Card are available at the Downtown Transit Station at 615 East Water Street in Charlottesville, Virginia. Buses are wheelchair accessible and offer bicycle racks.

See The Rider's Guide The Rider's Guide, including route maps, schedules, and fare information is available for download from the website.   Passes (including reloadable smart cards) are available for purchase at the Downtown Transit Station. For extended passes please call 434-970-3619.

Fixed-route and paratransit services; contract out for some demand service; Monday – Saturday, 6:00 am to midnight, some Sunday services.

Who We Serve

Languages Spoken
English
Service Area(s)
Albemarle County
,
Charlottesville City

Cost & Payment Methods

Payment Method(s)
Private Pay
Fee Structure
Fee Range

Age Requirements
No Age Requirement

Available 24/7
No
Additional Availability Comments
Charlottesville Downtown Transit Station has hours of Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm. Sales and transportation hours vary. Most bus routes operate between 6:00 am and 9:00 pm.

Intake Process
Call or stop by the office. Visit the website for fares, holiday schedules, and more.
Documents Required
Call for details
Self Refer
Yes
Provider Refer
Yes
Intake Contact Email
CAT@charlottesville.org

For Transportation Providers Only:

We can accommodate riders with:
Manual wheelchairs
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Powered wheelchairs

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