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October 17, 2025, Hamilton, OH — The Butler County Regional Transit Authority (BCRTA) has been awarded $6 million from the Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana (OKI) Regional Council of Governments to replace up to six aging heavy-duty diesel buses, continuing BCRTA’s commitment to responsible, cost-effective public transportation. The new buses will be modern, zero-emission battery electric or low-emission hybrid …
BCRTA Introduces First Propane Buses, Marking Step Toward a Cleaner Future
Hamilton, Ohio, October 10, 2025— The Butler County Regional Transit Authority (BCRTA) is proud to announce the arrival of three new propane-powered buses — the first of their kind in the agency’s growing mixed fleet of gasoline and low-emission vehicles. This milestone marks an exciting step forward in BCRTA’s commitment to providing sustainable and efficient …
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New Chestnut Street Station Brings Faster Routes and More Service to Oxford and Miami University Starting August 18.
Oxford, OH – The Butler County Regional Transit Authority (BCRTA) is rolling out exciting service changes on August 18, 2025, when buses start rolling out of the new Chestnut Street Station transit hub in Oxford. These updates will improve efficiency, add new destinations, and make it even easier for riders to travel around Miami University, …
BCRTA Awarded Over $3 Million to Advance Innovation and Expand Regional Transit Services
Hamilton, Ohio The Butler County Regional Transit Authority (BCRTA) has been awarded more than $3 million in funding from the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) to advance critical infrastructure improvements, support innovative transit technologies, and enhance the rider experience throughout Butler County. These investments will help BCRTA complete its largest-ever infrastructure project, expand cutting-edge mobility …
Butler County RTA Selected to Pilot Advanced Safety Technologies Through SMART Grant
Hamilton, OH June 4, 2025 — The Butler County Regional Transit Authority (BCRTA) is proud to announce its participation in a pioneering safety pilot funded through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s SMART (Strengthening Mobility and Revolutionizing Transportation) Grant program. This initiative will test cutting-edge advanced vehicle safety technologies designed to enhance transit safety and reduce …
Cincinnati Metro, the Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky (TANK), and the Butler County Regional Transit Authority (BCRTA) have launched EZConnect—the first pilot program of its kind in the nation—offering seamless, one-seat regional paratransit rides for ADA-certified individuals. This initiative represents a critical advancement in cross-jurisdictional mobility and accessible transit integration.
Facilitated by NEORide, a Council of Governments designed to enhance and coordinate public transportation services across multiple transit agencies, the EZConnect initiative aims to test the technology and feasibility of coordinating regional paratransit trips across agency boundaries. By improving convenience for riders while maintaining each agency’s local services, EZConnect seeks to create a more integrated …
CincyLink Free Rides April 7 – April 11!
March 2025 BCRTA Offers Free CincyLink Rides April 7–11 to Celebrate New Direct Routes to Downtown Cincinnati! BUTLER COUNTY, OH – You asked, we listened! BCRTA is thrilled to announce that CincyLink now offers two morning and two afternoon direct routes from Butler County to Government Square—and to celebrate, we’re offering FREE rides from April …
CincyLink to Offer New Direct Routes from Butler County to Government Square Starting March 31, 2025
Butler County, OH – The Butler County Regional Transit Authority (BCRTA) is thrilled to introduce new direct routes from Butler County to Government Square, effective Monday, March 31, 2025. These direct routes are designed to offer a more convenient and efficient travel option for CincyLink riders. The new direct AM routes will depart from Middletown …
BCRTA Honors Employees and Community Partners at Annual Employee Breakfast
February 24, 2025 – BUTLER COUNTY, OH – The Butler County Regional Transit Authority (BCRTA) recently hosted its annual employee breakfast, a time-honored tradition celebrating its employees’ dedication and hard work. During the event, BCRTA recognized outstanding team members with “Best of the Best” awards and honored key community partners for their contributions to public …
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BCRTA Seeks Community Input on Oxford Transit Route Changes – Survey Open Through March 21
The Butler County Regional Transit Authority (BCRTA) is planning route changes starting in August 2025 and wants feedback from Miami University students, faculty, staff, and Oxford residents before final decisions are made this spring. The Chestnut Street Multimodal Station will open in Fall 2025, and all routes will connect at this new location. Based on community input and …