Luzerne County Transportation Authority

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The Luzerne County Transportation Authority is the public transportation provider in Luzerne County, PA. Formed in Wilkes-Barre in 1972, we provide public transportation in a 900-square mile area in Northeastern Pennsylvania. In 2023, we provided 900,000 fixed route and shared ride passenger trips. LCTA offers convenient and affordable transportation to essential services such as employment, educa

tion, medical care, grocery shopping, and nutrition. This includes ensuring for seniors have access to health care and supporting the continued independence of transit-dependent individuals. LCTA currently has 18 bus routes and a Shared Ride Program that transports seniors, people with disabilities, and people on medical assistance. LCTA plays a vital role in our community, connecting people and places; it is an essential lifeline. LCTA introduced LCTA CONNECTS – the first microtransit service in NEPA -- in November 2024.

09/04/2026

Attention Mohegan Pennsylvania Passengers:
Temporary Bus Stop Change Extended Through Sept. 11

From now through Sept. 11, 2026, LCTA buses will use a temporary bus stop at Mohegan Pennsylvania instead of the normal stop. Buses will stop at the entrance to the Hotel / Convention Center (not the Casino entrance).

Bus Arrival & Drop-off/Pick-up:
After Lot B, buses will make the first right at the stop sign and proceed down the hill.
At the next stop sign, buses will continue straight and pick up/drop off at the area for shuttle buses and motorcoaches.

Please note that the temporary stop will remain in place for every trip each day.

🎡🚌 Let LCTA Take You to the Luzerne County Fair!Skip the parking hassle and let LCTA get you to the Luzerne County Fair!...
09/03/2026

🎡🚌 Let LCTA Take You to the Luzerne County Fair!
Skip the parking hassle and let LCTA get you to the Luzerne County Fair!
📍 Park at the Intermodal Center and hop on the bus.
LCTA will drop you off right at the ticket booth!

🚌 Service Schedule:
🗓️ Wednesday, Sept. 9 – Friday, Sept. 11
🕔 5 p.m. – 11 p.m. (Last trip from the Fair)
🗓️ Saturday, Sept. 12
🕙 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. (Last trip from the Fair)

💵 Ride for Less with an LCTA Day Pass!
A single ride is just $1.75, but a Day Pass is only $4!

🎟️ Day Passes can be purchased right on the bus and allow passengers to ride round trip for less than the cost of two single rides.

Enjoy the rides, food, entertainment, and all the fair fun—without the stress of finding a parking spot! 🎠🍭🎶

🚌🎡 Ride LCTA to the Luzerne County Fair!
Single ride: $1.75 | Day Pass: $4

The last day for the Route #24 bus to Frances Slocum State Park is Saturday, Sept. 5. We hope you enjoyed riding with L...
09/02/2026

The last day for the Route #24 bus to Frances Slocum State Park is Saturday, Sept. 5. We hope you enjoyed riding with LCTA this summer!!!

LCTA will be closed in observance of Labor Day on Sept. 7, 2026. Regular service will resume on Tuesday, Sept. 8.
09/02/2026

LCTA will be closed in observance of Labor Day on Sept. 7, 2026. Regular service will resume on Tuesday, Sept. 8.

The LCTA family mourns the passing of longtime Board Member Lynette Villano, who dedicated more than 10 years of service...
09/01/2026

The LCTA family mourns the passing of longtime Board Member Lynette Villano, who dedicated more than 10 years of service to our organization.

Lynette’s commitment, leadership, and dedication to LCTA and the community will be deeply missed. We are grateful for the time, energy, and heart she shared with our organization throughout the years. For most of her tenure, Lynette served as Secretary to the Board.

Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Lynette’s family and friends at this most difficult time.

LCTA recognizes September as Su***de Prevention Awareness Month. If you are in crisis, you have resources. Text or call ...
09/01/2026

LCTA recognizes September as Su***de Prevention Awareness Month.

If you are in crisis, you have resources.

Text or call 988 to access 24/7 judgment-free support.

Visit samhsa.gov for more resources. 💜

09/01/2026

*** SERVICE UPDATE ***
Rt. 14: Elm Street is closed; the bus is using Willow inbound and outbound.

08/31/2026

*** SERVICE UPDATE ***
Rt. 2: Maffett St is closed past the high school.
Outbound: the bus is staying on River St. to Carey St.
Inbound: the bus is staying on Carey St. to River St.

Rt. 14: Elm Street is closed; the bus is using Alta to the Sans Souci Parkway to Main, inbound and outbound.

08/28/2026

Attention Mohegan Pennsylvania Passengers:
Temporary Bus Stop Change Extended Through Sept. 4

From now through Sept. 4, 2026, LCTA buses will use a temporary bus stop at Mohegan Pennsylvania instead of the normal stop. Buses will stop at the entrance to the Hotel / Convention Center (not the Casino entrance).

Bus Arrival & Drop-off/Pick-up:
After Lot B, buses will make the first right at the stop sign and proceed down the hill.
At the next stop sign, buses will continue straight and pick up/drop off at the area for shuttle buses and motorcoaches.

Buses will not pick up in front of the driveway with the overhang, as they did last week.

Please note that the temporary stop will remain in place for every trip each day.

08/28/2026

UPDATED:
The Rt. 14 Detour is expired. Elm Street is open again.
*** SERVICE UPDATE ***
Rt. 14: Elm Street is closed; bus is using Alta to Sans Souci Parkway and Main, inbound and outbound.

Address

300 South Pennsylvania Avenue
Wilkes-Barre, PA
18701

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15702878463

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