Fares
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Fare Types & Cost
Adult
Standard Fare
$1
One Ride Pass
Valid for a single, one-way trip without transfers on any fixed-route bus.
$2
1 Day Pass
Valid for unlimited rides all day on all bus routes.
Must be purchased as a mobile ticket. Applies to katpay users due to fare capping.
$30
30 Day Pass
Valid for unlimited rides for 30 consecutive days beginning on the day of first use.
Must be purchased as a mobile ticket. Applies to katpay users due to fare capping.
Discounted
65+, Medicare, Disability
$0.50
One Ride Pass
Valid for a single, one-way trip without transfers on any fixed-route bus.
$1
1 Day Pass
Valid for unlimited rides all day on all bus routes.
Must be purchased as a mobile ticket. Applies to katpay users due to fare capping.
$15
30 Day Pass
Valid for unlimited rides for 30 consecutive days beginning on the day of first use.
Must be purchased as a mobile ticket. Applies to katpay users due to fare capping.
Payment Options
Pay your $1 fare upon boarding the bus for a single ride. Exact change is recommended. No change cards will be given.
Add funds to your mobile katpay account or katpay card with cash or card at the KAT Customer Service counter or at participating retail locations. Click here to find a list of locations.
Add funds to your mobile katpay account or katpay card with a card through the katpay Web Portal. Click here to access the katpay Web Portal.
Add funds to your mobile katpay account or purchase a mobile ticket through the Transit app with a card. If purchasing a mobile ticket, do not activate your ticket until just before you board your bus. Learn more here.
Pay by mail. Fill out the Order Your Passes by Mail (PDF) form and mail it to the address on the form along with payment (make your check or money order payable to KAT. DO NOT SEND CASH). Valid only for LIFT tickets and bulk order passes.
Discounted Fare Program
A discounted fare is available to those who qualify. Proper identification (Medicare card or a valid KAT I.D. card) is required before boarding.
Qualifying individuals include:
- Seniors age 65 or over
- Medicare card holders
- Persons with disabilities, including disabled Veterans
- Children under 4 ride KAT for free
To apply for the discounted fare program, please download, complete, and return the Discounted Fare Application (PDF) to the Knoxville Station Customer Service Counter at 301 Church Avenue, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. KAT will charge a $2 processing fee for all IDs.
*All discounted fare program participants must be recertified every three years, except seniors over the age of 65. KAT reserves the right to re-evaluate a participant’s eligibility before that 3-year timeframe is up.
Football Shuttle Fares
Heading to a home game at Neyland Stadium? KAT offers several options for riders during the regular fall football season.
FOOTBALL SHUTTLE ROUTES:
- Market Square/Krutch Park – $10 round-trip per person
- Old City – $10 round-trip per person (not available for all games, SEC only) – pick-up is now located on Willow Avenue near Covenant Health Park
Please note – football shuttles are cashless and tickets must be purchased through the Transit app (if you live outside our service area, you may not see them in the app until you are closer).
PARK AND RIDE:
- Civic Coliseum Garage A and B- $30 flat rate park and ride fee per vehicle (includes parking and round-trip ride)
FIXED ROUTE SERVICE:
- In addition, riders can also utilize our regular fixed bus route options for just $2 all day.
For more information, visit our Football Service Options page.
Youth Freedom Pass
KAT Youth Freedom Pass
UT Partnership
KAT/UT Partnership
Partners
Smart Trips: Discount Offers
If you are a transit passenger and haven’t discovered Smart Trips, it’s high time you checked them out! Smart Trips offers discounts for using alternative transportation instead of driving. So, if you use the bus every day for work, errands, or even Saturday shopping, Smart Trips will reward you with prizes like restaurant coupons, retailer discounts, and tickets to shows and attractions.
