Why Your Driver Might Take a Quick Break — And Why That’s Okay
During Transit Center renovation, Bus Operators may step off the bus for a short restroom or refreshment break. Here’s what you should know—and why it matters.
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Downtown Detours during Transit Center Renovation
Detours will begin two and a half hours prior to events at Rupp Arena. The following detours will occur during downtown events while buses are loading on High St. and MLK Blvd. due to Transit Center Renovations. When “Downtown Detours” are in effect, the following routes and stops will be detoured: Route 2 – Georgetown …
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Bus Locations on High St. and MLK Blvd. During Transit Center Renovation
Construction is underway! The Transit Center on Vine St. has temporarily closed. All buses will load on High St. and MLK Blvd. for the duration of the Transit Center renovation project. Quick Links Bus Locations – Zone 1, 2, and 3 Three “zones” have been designated near the intersection of High St. and MLK Blvd. …
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Updates to the Transit Center Renovation Project Schedule – 4.2.2025
April 2, 2025 Due to weather, there will be a change in timing regarding the Transit Center renovation and transition to High St./MLK Blvd.Roadway striping is not able to be replaced in the rain, causing a delay. The updated schedule is posted below. Transit Center Construction Schedule Transit Center Renovation Project Quick Links
Lextran Announces Downtown Transit Center Renovation Project – Press Release 3.17.2025
Lextran has announced its plans to begin a renovation of the Downtown Transit Center’s interior area in April. This renovation will improve the experience of transit riders and employees in alignment with Lextran’s commitment to our community, ensuring that the Transit Center serves Lexington’s growing needs for years to come. Construction will last approximately eight months.
UK Campus Spring Break Service 2025
During UK’s Spring Break, March 15-22, UK campus routes (14, 15, and 27) will operate on a limited basis. Route 14 – UK Blue and White – Operating from 6:40 a.m. to 6:10 p.m. with 3 Blue Route buses and 2 White Route buses. Route 15 – Red Mile – Operating from 7:00 a.m. to …
Paratransit Listening Sessions – March 2025
We want to hear from you about Lextran Wheels paratransit service!
Lextran invites you to attend our upcoming Listening Sessions regarding the Lextran Wheels paratransit service.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Service/Freedom March Detours 2025
All Lextran routes will run regularly scheduled service on Monday, January 20, 2025 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Some routes will detour during the Freedom March. All routes will begin and end on High St. beginning with the 8:10 a.m. departure. Buses will line up between MLK Blvd. and the YMCA in the typical …
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Christmas Day Schedule 2024 – Modified Hours and Routes
Christmas Day – 12/25/2024 MODIFIED SCHEDULE – REDUCED HOURS Lextran routes will provide modified service with reduced hours for Christmas Day on Wednesday, December 25, 2024. Modified schedules for Christmas Day are posted below. The following Lextran routes will not operate on Christmas Day. A modified schedule for each route is listed below. Route 1 …
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Holiday Service 2024
Lextran will offer modified service on three holidays including Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Thanksgiving Sunday Schedule Free Rides on Thanksgiving Day – November 28 Lextran routes will provide service for Thanksgiving Day on Thursday, November 28, with routes following a Sunday schedule. As a thank you to customers, fare will be waived for …