MCTS Hosts Career Fair on December 11

Over One Hundred Positions Will Be Available Throughout 2025

MCTS Hosts 9th Annual Rosa Parks Tribute and Scholarship Opportunity for Milwaukee County High School Seniors

Bus Riders Still Save More with WisGo Despite First Fare Change in 5 Years

MCTS Winter Bus Schedule Starts December 1, 2024

The winter schedule includes timetable updates

MCTS Reminds Riders: The Last Day to Use the Old Fare System is This Saturday, September 30

MCTS Opens Registration for Second Annual Transit Teen Advisory Board Program

Battery Electric Buses Start to Return to Milwaukee County Transit

Milwaukee County Transit System Reminds Riders That the M-Card Will No Longer Be Valid on Buses Starting October 1, 2023

Now is the time to make the switch to WisGo

MCTS Announces Rosa Parks Scholarship Recipients Day Before Her Birthday

MCTS Seeks Teens for New Transit Teen Advisory Board

Applications to join are now being accepted through Friday, September 30.

MCTS Invites Community to Attend Public Meetings on Proposed Fall 2022 Route Changes

MCTS Upgrades Mobile App to Make it Easier for Riders to Plan, Track and Ride the Bus

Download the Umo App™ and Experience WisGo

MCTS Announces Rosa Parks Scholarship Recipients on Her Birthday

MCTS Temporarily Suspends Eight Freeway Flyers Starting January 10, 2022 Due to Driver Shortage

Local High School Seniors Are Invited to Apply for the Second Annual MCTS Rosa Parks Tribute Scholarship

MCTS Hosting ‘Senior Smart Ride’ Seminars October 12th & 13th

Federal Mask Mandate for Public Transportation Extended

Final Phase of ‘MCTS NEXT’ System Redesign Takes Effect August 29th, Marking Milestone Achievement for Transit in Milwaukee County

MCTS Special Service to Summer Events Suspended in 2021 Due to Bus Driver Shortage

MCTS Hosting Virtual Job Fair to Hire Bus Drivers & Mechanics

MCTS Launches New Website & Hotline to Inform Passengers About Upcoming ‘MCTS NEXT’ Route Changes

MCTS Announces Detours Ahead of the DNC

Service Delays Expected Saturday, August 15 at 6 p.m. through Friday, August 21 Midday

MCTS to Require Masks on Buses Starting August 1

MCTS Hosting Virtual Job Fair to Hire Bus Drivers, Mechanics & More

MCTS To Suspend Service Early Tonight

MCTS Reduces Weekday Bus Service

MCTS Riders Encouraged to Limit Non-Essential Travel

MCTS, ATU Local 998 Reach Agreement on New Contract

"The deal marks an end to negotiations that have been underway for 21 months."

MCTS Has Highest-Rated Transit Tracking and Ticketing App in North America

In less than two years, the app has been downloaded more than 100,000 times, received thousands of positive reviews and achieved an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in the iOS App Store.

MCTS Fleet Maintenance Facility Among Featured Tours During Doors Open Milwaukee

The Facility Is Open to the Public on Saturday, Sept. 28 Only

MCTS Offers Service To and From Briggs & Al’s Run & Walk for Children’s Hospital

Freeway Flyer service on Route 44 begins at 8:30 a.m. and runs approximately every 15 minutes until 9:30 a.m. from the State Fair Park-Ride Lot at S. 76th Street and W. Kearney Street.

German Fest Arrives with Summer’s Midpoint

MCTS Freeway Flyers, Downtown Shuttle and Local Routes Deliver Guests

‘MCTS Excellence’ Video Series Honored with Prestigious National Award

MCTS Excellence began in late 2016 as a video series posted on the company’s website and official social media accounts.

More Room Than a Vespa: MCTS Buses Head to Festa Italiana

Direct Service for Guests on Freeway Flyers, Downtown Shuttle and Local Routes

MCTS Offers Convenient and Affordable Rides to and from Summerfest

MCTS provides three great transportation options for anyone enjoying the sights, sounds and tastes of the World’s Largest Music Festival.

County Board Honors Seven MCTS Bus Drivers for Finding Lost, Missing Children

Several other MCTS Drivers and Transit Security Officers have also come to the aid of lost or missing children over the years.

Several Special MCTS Routes That Provide Service to Schools Ending in June

Routes 50, 85, 87, 88 and 89 will end operations at the conclusion of the current school year, which, for most affected schools, is in mid-June 2019.

MCTS Driver Named ‘Hero of the Year’ at Red Cross Event

Natalie Barnes made international headlines in November 2018 when a MCTS Excellence video went viral, showing her taking extraordinary steps to help a homeless man.

MCTS Brewers Line is a Home Run for Fans Heading to Miller Park

Adults pay only $2.00 with the Ride MCTS app and M•CARD or $2.25 cash each way. Kids 6 to 11 and seniors 65 and over are $1.10.

MCTS NEXT Announces Final Open Houses

MCTS NEXT is the first comprehensive review of the Milwaukee County Transit System in decades.

Kelly Clarkson Invites MCTS Driver on Stage During Green Bay Concert

Barnes made international headlines in November 2018 when a MCTS Excellence video went viral, showing her taking extraordinary steps to help a homeless man.

Route Improvements, Changes Coming to MCTS

Starting January 2nd, 2019, fare for the GO Pass and New Freedom Pass will increase from $1 to $2 for a Day Pass.

Time Magazine & ‘Ellen’ Show Recognize MCTS Driver for Remarkable Compassion

Natalie Barnes made international headlines in November when a MCTS Excellence video went viral, showing her taking extraordinary steps to help a homeless man.

East-West Bus Rapid Transit Project Receives Milestone Federal Approval

East-West BRT will be the first rapid transit corridor in the region, providing a “central spine” for MCTS and paving the way for future rapid transit corridors.

MCTS Honors Rosa Parks with Open Seat and Red Rose on Every Bus

Her small act of civil disobedience led to a landmark Supreme Court ruling that outlawed segregation on public transportation.

MCTS NEXT Kicks into High Gear

Proposed New Routing Available for Public to See and Comment On

Bus Route Named in Honor of (Soon-to-Be) MVP Christian Yelich

Route 22 will be called the Yelich Line.

Stolen Bus Shelter Artwork Reinstalled

Crews finished reinstalling Gloria Ruiz-Santos unique design, “Colorful Serape”, on a bus shelter at 6th and National in Milwaukee on Thursday afternoon.

Stolen Bus Shelter Artwork Returned

Investigation Continues into Bus Shelter Art Heist

ALL DAY TOMORROW – Free Bus Rides, Free Stickers and Free Admission

Take Your Kid on the Bus Day: Saturday, September 22, 2018

MCTS Announces Detours During Harley’s 115th Anniversary Celebration

The biggest impact will be on Sunday when Wisconsin Avenue shuts down between Miller Park and the lakefront for the official 115th Anniversary Parade.

MCTS Connects You to Celtic Culture

MCTS’ Freeway Flyer, Downtown Shuttle and Local Routes Deliver Direct Service to Irish Fest

MCTS Offers Blue Ribbon Service to the Wisconsin State Fair

Riders must pay the full amount of fare when boarding all routes to the Wisconsin State Fair.

Cool MCTS Buses Helping Summerfest Visitors Beat the Heat

MCTS is providing one of its 40-foot-long Blue and Green Limousines to act as a cooling center for festival-goers who need a quick break from the party

Welcome Home! MCTS PrideFest Shuttle June 8-10

During PrideFest, the Downtown Shuttle takes you directly to the Mid Gate of the festival grounds.

MCTS Starts Service to IKEA on Sunday

The new service to IKEA is one of numerous transit service improvements going into effect on Sunday.

Improving Transit – Another Chance to Weigh In

Bus Rapid Transit Meeting April 9th at Mitchell Street Library

Miller Lite Free Rides Begin at 8pm

Skip the Surge Pricing and Get Home Safely

Free Bus Rides, Free Stickers and Free Admission – Take Your Kid on the Bus Day Features Something for Everyone

Families across Milwaukee County can leave their cars, minivans and SUVs at home on Saturday, September 23rd

MCTS Brewers Line Running to Special Weekend Games

The MCTS Brewers Line will be providing service to Miller Park this weekend for the Brewers and Marlins series.

MCTS Submits Updated Application for Bus Rapid Transit Funding

East-West BRT Route could save riders more than 60 hours on their commute each year

Indian Summer Festival Shuttle Connects to Culture

MCTS Shuttle Service Runs September 8-10

Bienvenido a Bordo del MCTS! Welcome Aboard MCTS!

MCTS Mexican Fiesta Shuttle Service Runs August 25-27

Prepare to Polka!

MCTS Shuttle Service to Polish Fest Runs June 16-18

Next Round of GO Pass Changes Go into Effect on Monday

Cards Will Be Turned Off on June 12 For People Not Eligible for the Program

MCTS One of the Top Systems in the Country Getting You to Work

Milwaukee is ranked higher than many larger communities including Atlanta, Dallas, Houston, Miami and San Diego.

New and Improved MCTS Brewers Line Now Serving More Fans in More Locations

Service Starts Tonight for Pre-Season Games

Some MCTS Fares Going Up in 2017

Even with the increase, riding transit is still a great way to save money.

Passengers with Disabilities Say Yes to MCTS: Company Breaks its ADA Bus Boardings Record

100,000+ Boardings with Passengers Using Mobility Devices in 2016

MCTS and County Executive Chris Abele Honor Rosa Parks with Headlight Tribute & Reserved Bus Seat

Every bus in the MCTS fleet will have a seat reserved in honor of Rosa Parks.

MCTS Detours for Milwaukee Marathon May Cause Countywide Bus Delays on Sunday, November 6th

Passengers should expect service delays, especially through the city of Milwaukee.

MCTS Receives National Recognition for Outstanding Service

“I was treated with the utmost respect, and really enjoyed riding the city bus,” said national travel writer John Morris.

Celebrate Indian Summer with MCTS

The Milwaukee County Transit System’s Downtown Shuttle and local routes take festival-goers directly to Indian Summer.

Last Buses Pull Out of Downtown Transit Center This Weekend

The Transit Center property was sold by Milwaukee County to developer Rick Barrett who is redeveloping the land into The Couture project.

Changes Coming for Several Bus Routes Through Downtown

The sale and demolition of the Downtown Transit Center means changes for several MCTS routes that run through Downtown Milwaukee.

Save Some Green: Head to Irish Fest with MCTS Bus Service

No matter if you take the Freeway Flyer, Downtown Shuttle or local routes, Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) offers easy ways to get to the festival

MCTS Is the Blue Ribbon Choice for Travel to the Wisconsin State Fair

MCTS’ Shuttles, Freeway Flyers and local routes all take riders straight to the gates of State Fair Park August 4 through August 14.

Love Italian Style: MCTS Gets Bus Riders to Festa Italiana

MCTS Provides Shuttle and Freeway Flyer Service July 22-24

Top 6 Reasons to Take MCTS to Summerfest

Fast, easy and more fun than a Netflix marathon!

MCTS Gets Music Fans to Summerfest with Ease, Convenience

Getting to and from Summerfest is easy, safe and convenient when you let MCTS do the driving!

The Clock is Ticking – Only Five Days Left to Get a FREE Summerfest Admission with Purchase of MCTS Pre>Fare Ticket

Time is running out to get to take advantage of the best deal MCTS and Summerfest have ever offered.

MCTS Driver Helps Girl Escape from Dangerous Situation

Chambers is no stranger to being recognized for her good works; she has received numerous commendations during her 12 years as an MCTS driver.

MCTS Brings the Party to PrideFest

PrideFest Shuttle Service Runs June 10-12

MCTS and Summerfest Team Up to Offer a New Way to Get to the Big Gig

Cash may be king, but the all-new MCTS Pre>Fare is a rock star at getting you to Summerfest!

MCTS Brings the Party to Pridefest

PrideFest Shuttle Service Runs June 10-12

Milwaukee Bus Rapid Transit Line Will Attract Thousands of New Riders and Better Serve Low Income Riders

The total distance of the route is 8.96 – 9.28 miles depending on which route is chosen through downtown.

MCTS Mourns the Loss of 9-Year-Old Za’layia Jenkins

Za’layia’s mother works for MCTS in the Customer Service Department.

BRT Public Meeting Will Feature Updated Maps, Conceptual Costs and New Information

Wednesday, May 18th – 5-7pm – Marquette University Alumni Memorial Union

You Can Help Choose the New Voice of MCTS

From now until noon on Monday, May 9th, you can vote for one of three professional voiceover artists vying to be the next voice of MCTS.

Bus Rapid Transit Public Meetings This Week

The study is examining the addition of BRT service to better connect people to jobs, school, medical appointments and other opportunities.

Let’s Go Brewers (Line)!

MCTS Begins Service On Opening Day

New Website Highlights Bus Rapid Transit Study and Project

Two Public Meeting Dates Set for April

Reminder – MCTS Goes Paperless on Leap Day

Beginning Leap Day, Monday, February 29th, MCTS will no longer sell or issue paper passes, tickets or transfers.

MCTS Announces Free Bus Pass Program to Help People Register to Vote or Obtain a Picture ID

The program is only for organizations who will then administer the passes.

An End of an Era – MCTS Produces Last Paper Passes

The final weekly pass includes an image of the first pass from May 4, 1930 on the back side.

MCTS Announces Timeline for Transition Away from Paper Tickets, Passes and Transfers

The move away from paper will make bus boarding more efficient and cut down on the use of paper, which is costly and less environmentally friendl

Exclusive Discount to the Reimagined Streets of Old Milwaukee for MCTS Riders

The MPMs Streets of Old Milwaukee exhibit, presented by the Rexnord Foundation, will reopen on Friday, December 11th, after a four-month closure.

Help the Less Fortunate this Holiday Season and Stuff the Bus

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow Will Help Collect Food at Noon

MCTS Launches the FAVRE LINE to Honor Packers Legend

Passengers and Fans Will Have One Week to Ride the FAVRE LINE

MCTS Launches Another Upgrade for Riders

1-Day Pass Available to Buy on the Bus Beginning Sunday

MCTS Detours for Milwaukee Marathon will cause Countywide Bus Delays on Sunday, November 1st

Passengers who ride MCTS buses on Sunday, November 1, 2015 should expect delays and detours in the morning and early afternoon as numerous streets and intersections across Milwaukee will be closed for the Milwaukee Marathon and Half Marathon.

MCTS Statement on ATU Vote to Approve Contract

Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) Managing Director Dan Boehm released the following statement after members of ATU Local 998 approved a three-year contract.

MCTS and ATU Reach Tentative Agreement

The Union Bargaining Committee will recommend the contract to the membership for a ratification vote on Wednesday, October 21, 2015.

MCTS asks Union Members to Seriously Consider Contract Offer

The contract offer comes after months of meetings between MCTS, ATU and the Federal Mediator.

MCTS Presents ATU with Contract Offer

Union Leaders Say They Will Ask Members to Vote on the Proposal

Let MCTS Get You to Garth and Back this Weekend

Huge crowds are expected in downtown Milwaukee this weekend to see Garth Brooks at the BMO Harris Bradly Center, and MCTS has a Shameless plug for everyone going – you should take the bus!

Take MCTS To Briggs & Al’s Run & Walk For Children’s Hospital

Local MCTS routes serving downtown Milwaukee also can be used to get to the starting line.

MCTS and ATU Continue Productive Negotiations

Both sides have explored options suggested by the Federal Mediator.

Take the Shuttle to Indian Summer

Shuttle fares are $3.00 round trip for adults or $2.50 with an MCTS M•CARD.

MCTS Driver Praised for Helping Elderly Passenger – And It Was Caught on Video

This is not the first time Chris has been nominated for a commendation for his actions on the job.

MCTS & ATU Contract Talks Continue

ATU and MCTS are reviewing and considering a variety of options and proposals.

Thousands of People Use M•CARD Online in the First Week

The new online store is also getting plenty of attention.

Transit Contract Talks Continue

ATU and MCTS are reviewing and considering a variety of options and proposals.

MCTS Launches M•CARD Online

Passengers Can Now Buy and Refill M•CARDs from Smartphone or Computer

Joint Statement Between MCTS and ATU

Progress has been made toward a four-year agreement.

As Contract Talks Continue, ATU Leader Insists on $9 Million More

The public should be aware that Macon’s $9 million proposal would have a huge impact on the community.

The Best Ride to the Wisconsin State Fair

Traffic and parking are as easy as pie when you ride the bus to Wisconsin State Fair! Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) provides several choices for an easy, convenient and economical ride that will get you straight to the gate. Freeway Flyers and Shuttles operate every day of the Fair, from Thursday, August 6 to Sunday, August 16, 2015. MCTS local services also provide convenient ways to get to and from the Fair, with stops near State Fair Park entrances. Changes for this year – Look closely at park-ride lot information. FREEWAY FLYER SERVICE Freeway Flyers operate every day of the Fair from 7:30 am until one half-hour after the Fair closes. The last trip leaves the Fair shortly after the Fair closes. Parking is free at park-ride lots. Flyer service operates between the following park-ride lots and the State Fair Transit Center at Gate 4: Half-hour service: The following Flyers operate roughly every 30 minutes. College – (Route 40) College Ave, at I-94 (both lots north and south of College) Whitnall/Hales Corners – (Route 43) I-43, east of S. 108th St. Brown Deer East – (Route 49) Brown Deer Rd., west of I-43 Loomis – (Route 46) Loomis Rd., north of I-894 and south of Coldspring Rd. FREEWAY FLYER FARE Round-trip adult fare is $6.50 or $4.70 when paying with an M•CARD. Children (6-11), seniors (65 and over) and persons with disabilities with proper ID pay $3.00 round-trip cash or with an M•CARD. Riders with a Weekly or Monthly Pass add $2.00. Also, on both the Shuttle and Freeway Flyer, U-PASS, Freedom Pass and Commuter Value Pass are accepted as full fare. SHUTTLE SERVICE Shuttle service to Wisconsin State Fair operates from the Burleigh/Mayfair Collection (just north of Burleigh Street, east of US Hwy 45 and at 114th Street). There will be NO bus service from the Timmerman Field Park-Ride Lot. Shuttles operate every day of the Fair from 7:30 am until one half-hour after the Fair closes. Parking is free at park-ride lots. Shuttle service operates between the Burleigh/Mayfair Collection Park-Ride lot and Wisconsin State Fair Park Transit Center at Gate 4 roughly every 30 minutes on the hour and half-hour. SHUTTLE FARE Shuttle round-trip fare is $3.00 for adults or $2.50 when paying with an MCTS MCARD; children (6-11), seniors (65 and older) and persons with disabilities with proper ID, fare is $1.50 round-trip or $1.25 with an M•CARD. Children under age 6 always ride free. LOCAL SERVICE Special local service on Route 23 (Fond du Lac – National) buses will operate between Wisconsin Avenue and the State Fair Transit Center at Gate 4. Not all Route 23 buses serve State Fair, so fair-goers should look for Route 23 buses with a “State Fair” destination sign. Local MCTS Routes 56 (Greenfield Ave.),  67 (N. 76th St.-S. 84th St.) and 76 (N. 60th – S. 70th) also stop near State Fair Park entrances. Regular fares are in effect for Routes 23, 56, 67 and 76 which are $2.25 […]

MCTS Announces Strike Reimbursement Plan

The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is issuing reimbursements for passengers who had active 7-day or 31-day passes during last week’s strike by the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 998.

MCTS Drivers Unions Calls for a Strike, All Bus Service Suspended

As of 3 am Wednesday, July 1, 2015, all Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus service will be suspended because of a strike by the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 998.

MCTS Remains Committed to Avoiding a Strike

MCTS and ATU will meet again Tuesday.

MCTS Offers Contract Proposal to Drivers Who Have Threatened to Strike

The average MCTS bus driver will make more than $62,000 this year in salary and overtime.

MCTS Is Your Ride to Summerfest

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride to Summerfest on the bus!

MCTS Is Your Ride to Summerfest

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride to Summerfest on the bus!

Take the Shuttle to Pridefest

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride to PrideFest on the bus!

Take the Shuttle to Polish Fest

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride to Polish Fest on the bus!

Take the Shuttle to PrideFest

Take a Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) Shuttle to PrideFest, held June 5-7 at Henry Maier Festival Park.

GO Pass Community Distribution Begins May 1ST

GO Pass applications will be processed and the passes will be handed out at 21 senior and community centers throughout the months May and June.

The Greater Milwaukee Foundation Offers Free MCTS Rides for EVERYONE on April 28th

Rides on all MCTS buses will be free for everyone on April 28, 2015 thanks to the Greater Milwaukee Foundation.

Brewers Line Begins Service on Opening Day

Getting to Miller Park to cheer on the Brewers has never been easier with the MCTS Brewers Line getting you straight to the game.

MCTS Will Begin Handing Out Free Transit Passes for Eligible Seniors or Persons With Disabilities on March 31st

The free pass can be used immediately.

M•CARD Charge Goes Into Effect April 6th

The Milwaukee County Transit System will begin charging $2 per card on April 6th.

MCTS Names Brendan Conway Chief Marketing and Communication Officer

The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is proud to announce the hiring of Brendan Conway as its new Chief Marketing and Communications Officer.

MCTS Expands Service in Brown Deer and Oak Creek

Beginning Sunday, March 22, 2015, MCTS will begin running a new route to Brown Deer while expanding a separate route to Oak Creek.

MCTS Introduces New MetroEXpress Bus Service and Associated Route Changes

On Sunday, January 18, 2014 the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is pleased to begin three new bus routes, including two new MetroEXpress routes, in addition to a few route modifications

MCTS MCard Smart Cards Available Monday

Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is excited to begin selling the MCTS M•CARD starting Monday, September 29, 2014

The Milwaukee County Transit System to Host Public Meetings

Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) has scheduled two public meetings to describe the new proposed routes stemming from a grant awarded by the Federal Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) Program.

Take the Shuttle to Mexican Fiesta

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride to Mexican Fiesta on the bus!

MCTS Launches Two New Express Routes

In keeping with its mission to meet the travel needs of all residents, Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announces that it will introduce two new express routes offering service to the New Berlin and Menomonee Falls Industrial Parks.

MCTS Serves Irish Fest

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) Straight to the Gate of Irish Fest.

The Best Ride to the Wisconsin State Fair

Traffic and parking are as easy as pie when you ride the bus to Wisconsin State Fair!

MCTS Serves German Fest

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) Straight to the Gate of German Fest

MCTS Route 90 To Miller Park’s 1st Annual Soccer Match

On Wednesday, July 16, 2014 Ride the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) to the first-ever international soccer match featuring popular soccer club Chivas de Guadalajara and English Premier League club Swansea City at Miller Park.

MCTS Provided 13 Percent Increased Ridership During Summerfest

Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announces a stunning increase of 13 percent in overall ridership to Summerfest

MCTS Route 90 To Serve Miller Park 1st Annual Soccer Match

On Wednesday, July 16, 2014 Ride the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) to the first-ever international soccer match featuring popular soccer club Chivas de Guadalajara and English Premier League club Swansea City at Miller Park

Take the Shuttle to Polish Fest

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride to Polish Fest on the bus.

MCTS Reduces Shuttle Fares to Summerfest

Efforts to help ease traffic congestion

Take the Shuttle to Polish Fest

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride to Polish Fest on the bus!

Take the Shuttle to Pridefest

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride to Pride Fest on the bus!

MCTS Schedule Changes Effective June 8th, 2014

Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announces schedule changes to several routes effective Sunday, June 8, 2014.

MCTS Schedule Changes Effective June 8, 2014

Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announces schedule changes to several routes effective Sunday, June 8, 2014.

Preview of MCTS Bus Advancements Including Smart Cards and Real-Time Information

MCTS to host open house to show off new technology.

MCTS Schedule Changes Effective December 8, 2013

Schedule changes are coming to MCTS in December. Part of the system's quarterly adjustments.

Ride the Downtown Shuttle to Harley-Davidson’s 110th

Park your bike and ride the bus between Harley-Davidson’s 110th Anniversary events.

Take the Shuttle to Mexican Fiesta

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride to Mexican Fiesta on the bus!

MCTS Schedule Changes Effective August 25th, 2013

Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announces schedule changes to several routes effective Sunday, August 25, 2013.

Take the Shuttle to African World Festival

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride to African World Festival on the bus

The Best Ride to the Wisconsin State Fair

Traffic and parking are as easy as pie when you ride the bus to Wisconsin State Fair.

MCTS Serves German Fest

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) Straight to the Gate of German Fest.

Paul McCartney Fans Can Take MCTS Route 90 To Miller Park

On Tuesday, July 16, 2013 McCartney fans can ride the bus to Miller Park to avoid traffic and parking hassles.

MCTS Serves German Fest

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) Straight to the Gate of German Fest

MCTS Announces Route 56 Greenfield Avenue Detours Ending

MCTS announces that Route 56 (Greenfield Avenue) will resume regular routing between 100th and 92nd Streets effective Friday, July 19, 2013

MCTS Is Your Ride To Summerfest

Take the bus to Summerfest

Take The Shuttle to Polish Fest

Shuttle fares are $3.00 round trip for adults and $1.50 for children (6-11 years), seniors (65 years and older) and persons with disabilities with proper ID.

Take the Shuttle to Polish Fest

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride to Polish Fest on the bus!

Take the Shuttle to Pridefest

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride to Pride Fest on the bus! Take a Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) Shuttle to Pride Fest, held June 7-9 at Henry Maier Festival Park.

MCTS Schedule Changes Effective June 9th, 2013

Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announces schedule changes to several routes effective Sunday, June 9, 2013.

Celebrate Earth Week With An Earth Friendly Ride!

Riding the bus is an easy way to help the planet by reducing traffic congestion and emissions.

Celebrate Earth Week with an Earth Friendly Ride

Throughout the week (April 20 – 26) we invite the public to join us as we recognize the important role that public transportation plays in making the world greener.

MCTS Announces Route 56 Greenfield Avenue Detour

MCTS announces that Route 56 will detour due to a long term closure of the Greenfield Avenue Bridge over I-894/US45

MCTS Bikes on Buses Program Soars Past 100,000!

Milwaukee, WI – Already this year, 106,314 passengers boarded a Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus with their bike.

MCTS Serves Briggs & Al’s Run & Walk for Children’s Hospital

The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) offers an easy way to and from the Briggs & Al’s Run & Walk for Children’s Hospital, on Saturday, September 15, 2012.

Take the Shuttle to Mexican Fiesta

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride to Mexican Fiesta on the bus

MCTS Serves Irish Fest

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) Straight to the Gate of Irish Fest.

The Best Ride to the Wisconsin State Fair

Traffic and parking are as easy as pie when you ride the bus to Wisconsin State Fair! Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) provides several choices of an easy, convenient and economical ride that will get you straight to the gate.

Wisconsin State Fair Shuttle

Traffic and parking are as easy as pie when you ride the bus to Wisconsin State Fair! Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) provides several choices of an easy, convenient and economical ride that will get you straight to the gate.

MCTS Serves German Fest

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) Straight to the Gate of German Fest.

MCTS Is Your Ride to Summerfest

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride to Summerfest on the bus! The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) offers several choices for an easy and convenient ride to Summerfest, Wednesday, June 27 to Sunday, July 1 and Tuesday, July 3 to Sunday, July 8, 2012.

Take The Shuttle To Polish Fest

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride to Polish Fest on the bus! Take a Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) Shuttle to Polish Fest, held June 15-17 at the Henry Maier Festival Park. Buses provide service along Wisconsin Avenue to the festival. Shuttles run roughly every 30 minutes to Polish Fest from 11:30 am to 12:30 am on Friday, June 15 and Saturday, June 16; and from 9:00 am to 10:30 pm on Sunday, June 17, 2012. Buses operate in both directions along Wisconsin Avenue, except where the bus detours to travel along Michigan Street during the Milwaukee River Bridge construction (see map). When traveling to Polish Fest, the Shuttle stops between N. 6th Street and N. Jackson Street, then proceeds directly to the Mid Gate. Stops are made at all bus stops marked with the Summerfest smile logo. Shuttle fares are $3.00 round trip for adults and $1.50 for children (6-11 years), seniors (65 years and older) and persons with disabilities with proper ID. MCTS buses also serve Polish Fest with numerous regular routes in the downtown area connecting to the Shuttle. Regular MCTS fares apply for travel on local routes. Freeway Flyer service is not offered for this festival. Customers can find additional information and suggested routing via Google Trip Planner by visiting RideMCTS.com, or by calling the 24-hour automated bus information line at 414-344-6711.  

MCTS Is Your Ride to Summerfest

Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride to Summerfest on the bus! The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) offers several choices for an easy and convenient ride to Summerfest, Wednesday, June 27 to Sunday, July 1 and Tuesday, July 3 to Sunday, July 8, 2012. Riders can drive or take a bus to the downtown area and take a Shuttle to the Summerfest North Gate. Those farther out can park at one of 10 park-ride lots and take a Freeway Flyer to the Summerfest Mid Gate, while those traveling from north of Milwaukee can take the Ozaukee County Express.

Dump the Pump and Save Money with MCTS

People who Dump the Pump can save thousands of dollars each year. Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) will join with other public transportation systems nationwide participating in the seventh annual National Dump the Pump on Thursday, June 21, and encourages everyone to join in.