The LRTA, with assistance from Nelson Nygaard, is undertaking a Service Review of our bus routes. In April, an online survey and pop-up event ay Gallagher Terminal will be available for people who would like to give feedback on proposals for changes to existing routes. For more information, please check out https://lrta.com/lrta-service-analysis-study/
The LRTA has completed an update to our Comprehensive Regional Transit Plan. The plan shapes and guides the region’s transit priorities of over the next five years focusing on connectivity, safety, and performance to improve mobility for residents living, working and playing in the greater Lowell area. The report is available here: 20260211_CRTPU_LRTA_Final.pdf
Management & Union, Drivers, Dispatchers, Mechanics and Service Crew are hosting a Toy Drive. Our Goal is to Fill a Bus With Toys to benefit The Lowell Police Department. Donations can be dropped off at our designated parked bus at the LRTA Gallagher Terminal • 115 Thorndike Street, Lowell The toys and gifts will be distributed
The LRTA Holiday Bus Route to Pheasant Lane Mall service starts on Black Friday, November 28, 2025. It will run 5 Saturdays, November 29, December 6, 13, 20, and 27. Click Here to download the Rte 19 Pheasant Lane Mall Schedule
In observance of Veterans’ Day, the LRTA will run on a Saturday schedule on Tuesday November 11, 2025.
For the safety of the children and the drivers during Halloween Trick-or-Treating Hours Route #2 Belvidere will end at Cawley Stadium on the following times: 5:45 pm 6:20 pm 6:50 pm Have a safe and happy Halloween!
In observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day, the LRTA will run on a Saturday schedule on Monday October 13, 2025.
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
In observance of Labor Day, the LRTA will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2025.