News & Updates

Stay up to date with the latest WRTA news, service information, community initiatives, and announcements.

No WRTA Bus Service on Memorial Day

WRTA will be closed and there will be no bus service on Monday, May 27th in celebration of the holiday. We here at WRTA sincerely hope that you and your family will have a very happy and safe holiday! Regular bus service will resume on Tuesday, May 28th.

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Nightline Routes Provide Evening Transportation in WRTA’s Service Area

WRTA’s Fixed Routes generally operate between 5:30 am and 7:00 pm Monday through Saturday. But our Nightline service begins operation at 7:15 pm and runs as late as midnight Monday through Friday. There are six Nightline routes that serve the north, east, west and south sides of Youngstown, as well as Austintown, Liberty and Boardman. […]

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If You’re a Frequent Rider, You Can Save on WRTA Fares

If you ride WRTA frequently, there are several ways you can save significantly on the normal full fare. They include: Multi-Ride Tickets, good for 10 rides until all are used. Day Passes, good for as many rides as you want during a single day. Adult 31-Day Passes, good for as many rides as you want […]

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Free Rides on Fixed Routes February 14 for Ohio Loves Transit Day!

The Western Reserve Transit Authority (WRTA) will be part of a statewide celebration of public transportation in Ohio on Thursday, February 14. The Ohio Public Transit Association (OPTA) has once again designated this Valentine’s Day as “Ohio Loves Transit Day,” and WRTA will mark the occasion by offering free rides on all fixed routes in its system. “Ohio Loves […]

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Community Forums at Federal Station

The Western Reserve Transit Authority is holding a series of meetings to get the public’s input in creating routes. The meetings will also be an opportunity for riders to learn about how WRTA reviews and determines routes. Market research has already been conducted among riders and agencies that rely on bus transportation for clients. WRTA is now […]

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