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March 13, 2026 Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) is proposing an update to its Major Service Change Policy to include language related to fare media and payment systems. This update does not change fares or service levels. The purpose is to ensure future changes to fare...

Knoxville, TN – KAT is thrilled to announce that beginning March 9, 2026, 30-minute frequency will return to the following routes: Route 12: Western Avenue Route 17: Sutherland/Bearden Route 20: Central/Clinton Highway Since November, KAT has recruited 27 operators...

January 26, 2026 Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) Delayed Start Monday Morning with Severe Snow Routes Knoxville, TN – Due to winter weather, KAT will be delaying the start of service on Monday, January 26, 2026. The first lineup will leave Knoxville Station at 9:15 a.m....

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Knoxville Transportation Authority Nominating Committee will hold a meeting as follows: Date: January 14, 2026 Time: 2:30 PM Location: Knoxville Station, 301 E. Church Ave, Knoxville, TN 37915 The meeting is open...

Knoxville Area Transit Holiday Service Schedule Announcements KNOXVILLE, TN – Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) is announcing its hours for the upcoming holidays. On December 24, 2025, KAT fixed-route and LIFT services will operate on a Sunday schedule. Customer Service...

Knoxville, TN -- The Knoxville Transportation Authority (KTA) will vote on the following service modifications following a public hearing at the upcoming Board meeting on November 20, 2025. This meeting will be held at 3:00 PM in the Main Assembly Room of the...

Knoxville, TN – The Knoxville Transportation Authority (KTA) will hold a public hearing during its regular Board meeting on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 3:00 PM. This meeting will take place in the Main Assembly Room of the City-County Building. The purpose of this...

KNOXVILLE, TN – Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) has announced a proposal to make Route 1: Downtown Connector, a zero-fare service as part of a pilot program. The initiative aims to improve downtown access and encourage greater use of public transportation. The Knoxville...

Knoxville, TN – September 2, 2025 – Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) is pleased to announce University of Tennessee Home Football Gameday service options as we gear up for the Fall season. There will be 3 options for attendees to get to and from the game. UT Football...

Knoxville, TN - August 25, 2025 - To support voter turnout and ensure access to polling stations, Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) is pleased to announce that all transit rides, including KAT's Lift service, will be fare-free on Election Day, August 26th. KAT’s regular...