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Memphis Area Transit Authority

25 bus routes in Memphis. Browse routes and schedules and plan trips on MATA in the CityTransit app.

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Routes
25
Stops
7,118
Modes
Bus

MATA at a glance

Serves
Memphis, Tennessee
Modes
Bus
Service hours
6:15 AM to 8:15 PM
Time zone
America/Chicago
Schedule valid through
Dec 6, 2026
Data last updated
Nov 10, 2026
Official website
matatransit.com

Busiest MATA routes

  • 50 Poplar
  • 36 Lamar
  • 42 Crosstown
  • 8 Chelsea & Highland
  • 52 Jackson

About MATA

Memphis Area Transit Authority is a public transportation provider that serves the Memphis area. Memphis Area Transit Authority operates the following transit modes across the Memphis area: Bus. In total, MATA operates 25 routes and serves 7,118 stops or stations in the Memphis area. Line schedules (timetables, itineraries, service hours) and departure and arrival times are updated in the app in real time.

Memphis Area Transit Authority routes

Memphis Area Transit Authority Bus · 25 routes

Memphis Area Transit Authority: frequently asked questions

How many routes does Memphis Area Transit Authority operate?

Memphis Area Transit Authority operates 25 bus routes and serves 7,118 stops or stations in Memphis.

What are the Memphis Area Transit Authority service hours?

Most Memphis Area Transit Authority service runs from about 6:15 AM to 8:15 PM. Hours differ by route and day, so open a route in the app for exact times.

What are the busiest Memphis Area Transit Authority routes?

By scheduled trips, the busiest Memphis Area Transit Authority routes are 50 Poplar, 36 Lamar, 42 Crosstown, 8 Chelsea & Highland, 52 Jackson.

How do I contact Memphis Area Transit Authority?

Website: http://www.matatransit.com.

How do I see Memphis Area Transit Authority schedules and next departures?

Download the free CityTransit app for iPhone or Android, choose Memphis, then pick Memphis Area Transit Authority to browse routes and timetables.

Memphis Area Transit Authority service updates

Check the CityTransit app for Memphis Area Transit Authority schedule changes, route changes, stop changes and other service updates.

Memphis Area Transit Authority fares

Prices of different ticket types may change. Check the CityTransit app for fares on individual lines, and visit Memphis Area Transit Authority's official site for ride fares and tickets.

Memphis Area Transit Authority schedules

Looking for a specific Memphis Area Transit Authority bus schedule? All Memphis Area Transit Authority lines and schedules in Memphis are in the CityTransit app, with step-by-step navigation.

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