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Knoxville, TN – October 23, 2024 – Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) is excited to announce the launch of its new account-based fare payment system, katpay, starting October 23, 2024. This innovative system brings greater flexibility, convenience, and savings to KAT riders...

Knoxville, TN – August 20, 2024 – Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) is excited to announce the launch of our new bus network, KAT Reimagined, on Monday, August 26, 2024. To make this transition easier, KAT is offering free bus service for two weeks, from August 26, 2024...

Knoxville, TN – July 29, 2024 – To support voter turnout and ensure easy access to polling stations, Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) will offer fare-free rides throughout Election Day, Thursday, August 1, 2024. "Access to transportation is crucial for voter...

Knoxville, TN - July 15, 2024 - Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) is preparing for the launch of the new KAT Reimagined bus network that starts on Aug. 26, 2024 by partnering with Transit to provide a preview within the app. Passengers can now preview the new routes in the...

Knoxville, TN – April 29, 2024 – The Knoxville Transportation Authority (KTA) Board officially approved the final detailed routes and timetables for the KAT Reimagined new bus network at its meeting on April 25, 2024. This approval represents a significant step...

The public is encouraged to review the detailed maps and schedules of the KAT Reimagined network, which the Knoxville Transportation Authority (KTA) will vote on at their April 25th regular meeting. The KTA previously approved the overall network plan in July of 2023,...

The Knoxville Transportation Authority (KTA) approved a proposal by Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) staff to return some service to pre-Covid levels, thanks to workforce increases. The service improvements primarily involve service span increases, in particular on...

Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) is thrilled to announce its special Leap Day promotion, inviting Knoxvillians to embrace the future of transit with mobile tickets.

With the continued increasing workforce levels, Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) is proposing a return to previous service levels, in particular on Sundays and later in the evening on some routes. In addition, KAT is proposing minor route changes to routes in South...