Fixed-Route Service
Ten fixed routes service much of Bay County, including the communities of Bay City, Essexville, Kawkawlin, Linwood, Pinconning, Auburn, and University Center (home of Delta College and Saginaw Valley State University). The routes run on 1-hour headways (schedules) departing from the Central Bus Station (CBS) located at 1124 Washington Avenue in downtown Bay City. Monday through Friday, the first buses depart from the CBS at 6:15 am and the last bus departs at 5:15 pm. On Saturdays, eight fixed routes run with the first buses departing the CBS at 9:15 am and the last bus departing at 5:15 pm. (Route #1 has a revised schedule on Saturdays)
NEIGHBORING COUNTY TRANSITS
Bay Metro Transit offers regional connections with public transit systems in surrounding counties as well.
BMTA Route #4 makes several trips on weekdays to the University Center. Transfers to the Saginaw transit system (STARS) take place at Saginaw Valley State University. STARS information can be obtained by calling (989) 753-9500 or visit their website: Saginaw Transit
If Bay County residents need transportation to/from Midland, Bay Metro Dial A Ride is available for pick up/drop off at the Midland Salvation Army, 330 Waldo Ave to transfer to Route #4 in Auburn. Prior reservations are required by calling 989-894-0631 (See How To Schedule A Ride To/From Midland under the Dial-A-Ride section). Transportation within Midland County needs prior reservations with the Midland city Dial-A-Ride and Midland County Connection. Contact Midland Dial-A-Ride at (989) 837-6940 or see their website: Midland City Dial-A-Ride Contact Midland County Connection at (989) 837-9540 or visit their website: Midland County Connection
BMTA Route #1 makes 12 trips to Pinconning each weekday. If a passenger needs transportation to/from Arenac County, they may schedule a pick up/drop off with Arenac Transit Authority (ATA) at the Pinconning Gazebo on Third Street. Prior reservations are required by calling ATA 989-846-7500 or visit their website: Arenac Transit Authority
INDIAN TRAILS
Connections to points throughout North America are available through Indian Trails, Inc, a private intercity bus company that operates out of the CBS along with Bay Metro Transit. The terminal’s agent can provide tickets and route information for Bay Metro Transit, as well as provide tickets for Indian Trails. Indian Trail’s route information can be obtained by calling 989-893-6589 or 989-725-5105
Dial-A-Ride (Bay Dart) Service
Bay Metro Transit provides curb-to-curb service for senior citizens and disabled residents who are unable to use the fixed route system. Bay Dart is also an ADA Paratransit service for those individuals whose disability or feature of the fixed route service makes the fixed route service inaccessible. Seniors will need to provide proof of age. Persons seeking eligibility for Bay Dart will need to be certified. Bay Dart service is available Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9:00am to 6:00pm.
The Bay Dart cash fare is $1.50 per trip for seniors and the disabled. All others pay $3.00 per ride, but may schedule rides only after all senior/disabled demands are met. Reservations for rides must be made at least one day in advance.
For more information and to get certified, please see the links below and call 989-894-0631. Persons calling long distance, dial 1-888-237-6635.
Go to the “Inside BMTA” tab for more policies and procedures regarding BMTA ADA service compliance
Fares
| Type | Single Cost | Bulk Type | Multiple Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular | $1.00 | 20 Rides Regular | $20.00 |
| Student* | $0.75 | 20 Rides Student | $15.00 |
| Senior Citizen** | $0.50 | 20 Rides Senior Citizen | $10.00 |
| Disabled*** | $0.50 | 20 Rides Disabled* | $10.00 |
DART Prices
Single Ride – $1.50
Book of 10 – $15.00
Tickets are available for purchase online or at the Central Bus Station. 1124 Washington Ave. Monday – Friday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.
For more BMTA Fixed Route information call (989) 894-2900 extension 2 or 3.