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COTA Central Ohio runs on COTA. 🚌
Customer Care: 614-228-1776
Mon.-Fri. 6 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Columbus runs on COTA.

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09/04/2026

Starting Sept. 7, Line 1 will split into two routes. Follow along as we show you how each route works, where to transfer downtown and how to check the bus header to make sure you’re on the right bus.

Learn more about the new Line 1 routes at COTA.com/servicechanges.

09/04/2026

Service changes start with listening to our riders. We hear your feedback all year long and use it to create improvements to our service.

Want to help shape the future of COTA? Share your feedback through COTA.com/contact or by attending any public service change meeting.

Learn more about the upcoming service changes by visiting COTA.com/servicechanges.

We’re still rolling with free rides through Friday, Sept. 4! ☀️With a heat advisory still in effect, COTA is offering no...
09/03/2026

We’re still rolling with free rides through Friday, Sept. 4! ☀️

With a heat advisory still in effect, COTA is offering no-cost fares on all services, including fixed-route buses, COTA Mainstream and COTA//Plus, through Friday, Sept. 4.

Stay cool and ride free! 🚌

Join us on Thursday, Sept. 17, at 6 p.m. or Tuesday, Sept. 22, at noon for public comment meetings to discuss proposed s...
09/03/2026

Join us on Thursday, Sept. 17, at 6 p.m. or Tuesday, Sept. 22, at noon for public comment meetings to discuss proposed service changes effective Jan. 4, 2027.

You can attend:
In person at 33 N. High St., WPG Boardroom
On Facebook Live

Learn more: COTA.com/servicechanges

09/02/2026

One wipe and suddenly… it’s graduation day! 🎓🚌

COTA’s 29 newest Operators are ready to move Columbus forward! Congratulations to our latest graduating class as they begin their careers serving our community. Growing our Operator staff is an important part of delivering reliable service and connecting Columbus.

We’re proud to welcome them to Team COTA!

Free rides are extended through Thursday, Sept. 3! ☀️With a heat advisory still in effect, COTA is offering no-cost fare...
09/02/2026

Free rides are extended through Thursday, Sept. 3! ☀️

With a heat advisory still in effect, COTA is offering no-cost fares on all services, including fixed-route buses, COTA Mainstream and COTA//Plus, through Thursday, Sept. 3.

Stay cool and ride free! 🚌

09/01/2026

Starting Sept. 7, Line 30 will connect Hilliard, Upper Arlington, Ohio State and Downtown Columbus, while Line 32 will have a new route. Watch to see how the two lines will work together and what the changes mean for your trip.

Learn more about the new Line 30 and Line 32 routes at COTA.com/servicechanges.

Central Ohio, stay safe and stay cool. Because of the current heat advisory, COTA is offering no-cost fares on all servi...
08/31/2026

Central Ohio, stay safe and stay cool. Because of the current heat advisory, COTA is offering no-cost fares on all services, including fixed-route buses, COTA Mainstream and COTA//Plus, Tuesday, Sept. 1, and Wednesday, Sept. 2. There's no fare to pay, just hop on and ride. We're here to help keep you moving and out of the heat.

08/31/2026

It’s officially time to get moving, Buckeyes! 🚌 We had a great time with you at OSU Convocation and Buck-i-Frenzy!

Quick tip for the year ahead: Your Ohio State app doubles as your COTA pass. Just open the app on your phone and scan when you board to ride COTA for free anywhere in the city.

Wherever you’re headed, COTA can help get you there. Let’s get this year rolling! 🛞

This Labor Day, COTA will operate on a Sunday schedule on Monday, Sept. 7, with new September service changes taking eff...
08/28/2026

This Labor Day, COTA will operate on a Sunday schedule on Monday, Sept. 7, with new September service changes taking effect. Be sure to use the NEW September Sunday Schedule brochures to check your route and plan your trip.

New and updated service includes Line 1 Kenny, Line 1 Livingston, Line 30 Hilliard–OSU and Line 32 N Broadway, with schedule adjustments to Lines 21, 22 and 24. COTA//Plus will run in the South Side zone only, and our Customer Experience Center will be closed. If you need assistance, our call center will be available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Visit COTA.com for more information.

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33 N High Street
Columbus, OH
43215

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 8pm
Tuesday 6am - 8pm
Wednesday 6am - 8pm
Thursday 6am - 8pm
Friday 6am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 6pm
Sunday 8am - 6pm

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+16142281776

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