Memphis Area Transit Authority

Service alerts, news and events from the public transportation provider of Memphis and surrounding areas

[Memphis Area Transit Authority @RideMATA]

Stay informed and get involved! 🚌📢 Check out the 2025 MATA Board Meeting schedule and join us as we work to improve transit in Memphis.
📅 Mark your calendars & tune in live via our website: https://t.co/rhX2nuVXF5

Your voice matters! #MATATransit #PublicMeeting #MemphisTransit

[Memphis Area Transit Authority @RideMATA]

Rt 69 is currently unable to service Fields, Sewanee, and Raines in the Boxtown area due to an accident. Buses will detour via Weaver until the area is clear. Please expect delays and plan accordingly.

Check the MATA Tracker or https://t.co/ZvOqEH3Ni2 for updates.

[Memphis Area Transit Authority @RideMATA]

Route 50 is currently on detour for both inbound and outbound trips.

Inbound: Right on Tillman, Left on Summer, Left on Hollywood, Right on Poplar.

Outbound: Reverse of the inbound route.
Please plan for possible delays and thank you for your understanding.

[Memphis Area Transit Authority @RideMATA]

MATA Ready customers, please be advised that an Amazon outage is currently affecting trip status updates. You can still book your trips as usual, but to confirm the status of your ride, please call the reservation line at [phone].

We are working to resolve this issue.

[Memphis Area Transit Authority @RideMATA]

Due to heavy police presence on McLemore, Routes 4 & 57 are on detour.
• Rt 4: Outbound via Mississippi to Kerr, then resumes regular route. Reverse inbound.
• Rt 57: Outbound via Mississippi to Trigg to Bellevue, then resumes regular route. Reverse inbound.

Please plan ahead.

[Memphis Area Transit Authority @RideMATA]

Please view the following statement regarding the fare free pilot:

[Memphis Area Transit Authority @RideMATA]

Service Detours This Week

Route 4 – Thursday, Sept. 25
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Detour via Elvis Presley to Person (reverse inbound).

Route 57 – Saturday, Sept. 27
6:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Detour via Lamar to Semmes to Park (reverse inbound).

Plan ahead and thank you for riding with us!

[Memphis Area Transit Authority @RideMATA]

Air quality in Memphis is at an unhealthy level today. Please limit prolonged outdoor activity when possible.

Stay safe and hydrated, Memphis!

Reminder: MATA fares remain $1.00. There will not be a discount this year.

[Memphis Area Transit Authority @RideMATA]

The MATA Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting will be held Wednesday, August 27 at 3:30 PM at One Commerce Square (Level C Auditorium). The public is welcome to attend or watch online. Send comments to [email protected]. https://t.co/hbCxXPZSPg… #MATAMemphis

[Memphis Area Transit Authority @RideMATA]

Reminder: MATA’s Fall 2025 service updates start this Sunday, Aug. 10. Check your route map & schedule now: https://t.co/tiJ0PCSDgz #MATA #MemphisTransit

[Memphis Area Transit Authority @RideMATA]

Due to extreme heat, a Cooling Center is open TODAY (July 21) at Hospitality Hub, 11 AM–8 PM. Free MATA rides to the cooling center: Call 901-486-0939.

[Memphis Area Transit Authority @RideMATA]

Due to extreme heat, a Cooling Center is open TODAY (July 17) at Hospitality Hub, 11 AM–8 PM. Free MATA rides to the cooling center: Call 901-486-0939.

[Memphis Area Transit Authority @RideMATA]

Due to extreme heat, a Cooling Center is open TODAY (July 16) at Hospitality Hub, 11 AM–7 PM. Free MATA rides to the cooling center: Call 901-486-0939.

[Memphis Area Transit Authority @RideMATA]

This week’s hot jobs at MATA:

Fixed Route Operator – $24.06/hr

Tire Room Tech – $25.49/hr

Storeroom Clerk – $16.00/hr

Apply now: https://t.co/3LMa2lUgSG
#MATAJobs #MemphisJobs #NowHiring

[Memphis Area Transit Authority @RideMATA]

Catch the rubber wheel trolley Monday–Saturday from 8AM–10PM and Sundays 10AM–6PM.

Trolley Night is FREE after 6PM! Ride in style on us.
#DowntownMemphis #MATA

[Memphis Area Transit Authority @RideMATA]

Update: There will be no discounted rides on Code Orange forecast days this year.

[Memphis Area Transit Authority @RideMATA]

🚨Today is a Code Orange Ozone Action Day in Memphis. Air quality is unhealthy for sensitive groups. Please limit prolonged outdoor activity if you’re in an at-risk group.

Please Note: There will not be a discount on MATA rides today.

Stay safe and hydrated, Memphis!

[Memphis Area Transit Authority @RideMATA]

Join us to discuss service updates! Meetings run through July. 📍Details on flyer. #MATA #TransitUpdates

[Memphis Area Transit Authority @RideMATA]

🚨 Important Message 🚨

A fueling issue is temporarily affecting routes. We’re working hard behind the scenes to fix it and expect normal service to resume tomorrow. Thanks for sticking with us while we keep Memphis moving! 💚

#MATAMoves #ServiceUpdate

[Memphis Area Transit Authority @RideMATA]

🔥 Turn up the heat! Weekly hiring blitz every Tuesday (June 10 - July 29), 10AM–2PM at 1370 Levee Rd. Walk in & get hired fast! #MATAJobs

[Memphis Area Transit Authority @RideMATA]

Please note the following changes for Memorial Day (5/26):

Transit Services will operate on a Sunday schedule.
Administrative offices, Customer Service counter, and Call Center will be CLOSED.

All messages will be returned on the next business day, Tues, May 27.