Service Information

FX
Fixed Route

JATA Fixed Bus Routes

Jackson Area Transportation Authority (JATA)
Hours of Operation
  • Monday -Friday, 6:15am – 6:15pm
  • Saturday, 10:15am – 6:15pm

Individual route schedules vary. Visit JATA’s Bus Routes page and click on a route to see the route schedule.

Method/Rules for Scheduling a Ride

This is a fixed route service with posted stop locations and schedules. You do not need to schedule rides to use this service.

If using complementary paratransit, call  (517) 788-8410 to schedule your ride no later than 5 pm the day before your planned trip.

More Important Details

Operating Area

9 fixed routes that operate in the Greater Jackson area.

Visit JATA’s Bus Routes page and click on a route to view its area map.

Fares

Standard Fare

Adults (18-59); $1.50

Ticket Books and 31 Day Passes are also available. See JATA Bus Fares page for more information.

 


Reduced Fare
  • Students: $1.00
  • Seniors (60+): $0.75
  • Children: $0.75
  • People with disabilities: $0.75

Ticket Books and 31 Day Passes are also available. See JATA Bus Fares page for more information.


Accessibility & Eligibility

Paratransit/Reduced Fare Eligibility

Complementary paratransit is available for those unable to use fixed routes due to a disability or mobility challenge through JATA Reserve-A-Ride for people with disabilities. To learn more about JATA Reserve-A-Ride paratransit service, you can read this rider’s guide. To apply for ADA paratransit eligibility, visit https://mijata.org/ada-form/.

JATA’s fixed route buses are also lift equipped for wheelchair and other mobility equipment users for those who are able to get to/use fixed route stops.

Seniors and students may show appropriate identification to receive reduced fare. Individuals with disabilities should visit the JATA transfer center to receive a free reduced fare card. Those who are ADA Certified/paratransit eligible also qualify for reduced fare rates.

JATA’s Transfer Center
127 W. Cortland
Jackson, Michigan 49201
517-783-6437


Transit Service Accessibility

JATA’s fixed route buses are lift equipped for wheelchair and other mobility equipment users for those who are able to get to/use fixed route stops.

Complementary paratransit is available for those unable to use fixed routes due to a disability or mobility challenge through JATA Reserve-A-Ride for people with disabilities. To learn more about JATA Reserve-A-Ride paratransit service, you can read this rider’s guide. To apply for ADA paratransit eligibility, visit https://mijata.org/ada-form/.


Provider Information

Jackson Area Transportation Authority (JATA)

Major Public Transit Agency

County: Jackson County

Phone 517-787-8363
Website Visit Web Link
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