The LRTA Announces The Current Fare Free Pilot Program Has Been Extended Through June 30, 2026 for both Fixed Bus Route and Road Runner. (Fares may resume 7/1/2026 Subject to State Funding) The LRTA wants to Thank Governor Maura Healey and Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll, as well as the Massachusetts State Legislature for funding

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In observance of Labor Day, the LRTA will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2025.

The LRTA is hosting a table event to hear feedback on our service on Thursday August 7, 2025 from 1-3 PM in the Gallagher Terminal lobby. Come hear about the project, let us know your thoughts, and take our survey!    

The LRTA is currently updating its Comprehensive Regional Transit Plan and we’d like to hear from you! Please take time to fill out our survey, which will serve to let us know what you would like the LRTA to focus on over the next five years.    

The Lowell Regional Transit Authority (LRTA) is proud to announce an updated design look and color scheme with the arrival of four, new state-of-the art 30-foot buses from GILLIG of Livermore, CA. The new additions make their regional transit debut Monday, Aug. 4 (2025) and expand the LRTA’s bus fleet to 54. The American-made buses

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The LRTA is happy to announce that we will again provide shuttle service to and from the Lowell Folk Festival to better serve our passengers. In addition, several of our routes will be diverted due to road closings. Please check our website for unanticipated road closings or event updates. FREE Folk Festival Bus Shuttle Shuttle

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The LRTA is in the process of developing a 5 year Transit Plan and we want to hear from stakeholders and users of our bus service.  We are hosting a virtual public meeting on July 22nd at 10 AM. For more information and to access the meeting, contact justin.howard@lrta.com

The Lowell Regional Transit Authority does an amazing job connecting the communities it serves. Their commitment to accessibility and community engagement has made a difference to the people they serve. From partnering with local non-profits, like the food bank by hosting their “Fill the Bus” food drives, to supporting underserved neighborhoods, offering free fares to

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The LRTA is a trusted and vital provider of transportation in the region. Transportation continues to be the No. 1 barrier to job entry and sustainability in Greater Lowell. The LRTA helps to fill this need!