Macon Transit Authority
bus service, paratransit | |
Routes | 10 |
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Stations | Terminal Station |
Fleet | 40[1] |
Website | mta-mac.com |
The Macon Transit Authority is the primary provider of
Fare structure and operation
As of 2022, the regular fare is US$1.25, with discounted rates available for seniors age 62 and higher (US$0.6) and students between 13 age 13 and 12th grade (US$0.75). Children under 13 can ride for free with an adult. There is also a transfer fare of US$0.5. The paratransit fare is US$2.5, but an application is required.
Riders have several ways of paying the fares. A Smart Card can be purchased in the transfer station, or they can use a smartphone app to purchase tickets. Cash can be used, but only coins in exact change.[1]
In February 2023, the MTA board voted to raise the regular rate to US$1.75 and the other rates and fees accordingly, pending a public comment period.[2]
Routes
As of November 2020, there are 10 routes in Bibb County
- 1 Vineville – Zebulon Road
- 2 Bellevue
- 3 West Macon – Macon Mall
- 4 North Highland
- 5 Ocmulgee – Tom Hill
- 6 Westgate – Bloomfield
- 7 Eisenhower Parkway – Chambers Road
- 8 East Macon
- 9 Houston – Peach Orchard
- 10 Second Street Corridor
Fleet
There are currently 40 vehicles in the fleet.[1] This includes 2 electric BYD K9S buses paid for by a US$1,750,000 Federal Transit Administration grant awarded to Macon-Bibb County in 2017. The two new electric buses were unveiled on Oct 16, 2020.[3]
References
- ^ a b c Eason, Jenna (30 April 2021). "Riding the bus in Macon isn't so hard. Here's a simple guide to get you started". The Macon Telegraph. Retrieved 30 May 2022.(subscription required)
- ^ Finney, Gloria Ruth (2 February 2023). "Public transportation fares set to rise in Macon-Bibb". WGXA News. Retrieved 14 February 2023.
- ^ "Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority begins going green, welcomes first two electric buses". Mass Transit Magazine. Endeavor Business Media, LLC. 23 October 2020. Retrieved 4 June 2022.
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