MATA Travel Advisory
Memphis, TN – Memphis Area Transit Authority anticipates operating regular weekday schedules on Tuesday, February 9, however, road conditions may cause changes in normal service and extended delays may occur on some routes.
With road conditions expected to worsen overnight, MATA’s snow plans will be implemented if conditions warrant. The plans include sanding side streets where buses travel, additional supervisory personnel to assist bus operators, additional customer service personnel to assist customers with route and schedule information, and several maintenance procedures to ensure all equipment is ready to roll. Trolley personnel will check overhead electrical wires to prevent icing up. MATA’s North End Terminal and American Transit Center will be sanded to help slippery areas for passenger safety. Other major bus stops will also receive priority attention from MATA.
During inclement weather, MATA recommends passengers to consider leaving one hour early for important appointments, jobs, and meetings where timeliness is crucial.
If severe weather conditions persist, MATA may detour routes and delays may occur. MATA advises riders and new riders to listen to local radio and television stations for announcements or call (901)274-6282.
Memphis, TN- (January 25, 2010) Memphis Area Transit Authority will operate regular weekday service on Presidents’ Day, Monday, February 15, 2010 on all MATA services including fixed route, Main Street Trolley™ and MATAplus.
All MATA offices, the North End Terminal, American Way Transit Center and Central Station will be open during regular business hours.
For more information on routes and schedules, call (901) 274-6282 on weekdays from 6 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Welcome To MATA
Welcome to MATA’s web site. This is your on-line resource for the Memphis Area Transit Authority. As the largest transit operator in the state of Tennessee, we are fully committed to providing top customer service in every aspect of our operation from trolleys to regular fixed route service. Our web site is designed to provide more in-depth information on MATA and its services.
Each weekday, we proudly transport nearly 40,000 riders throughout Memphis and the surrounding areas on 244 transit vehicles including paratransit vans, vintage rail trolleys and conventional accessible buses. We serve four (4) cities in Shelby County and West Memphis in Arkansas. Our authentic vintage trolleys offer a nostalgic trip to some of downtown's most notable attractions and a breathtaking view of the mighty Mississippi River along the magnificent Riverfront.
MATA is fully committed to providing quality public transportation and outstanding customer service for the citizenry of Memphis service area.