Chestnut Street Station
The Future of Transit in Butler County is Here
Butler County Regional Transit Authority operates a state-of-the-art multimodal transportation center at 97 W. Chestnut Street, on the former site of Talawanda High School. This central hub connects routes across Oxford, linking riders to Miami University, Hamilton and destinations throughout the region.
The facility also supports transit operations with indoor vehicle storage, fueling, washing and maintenance. Officially named the Chestnut Street Multimodal Station and Shared Service Facility, it’s built to keep Butler County moving.
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Facility Features
- Indoor and Outdoor Passenger Waiting Areas
- Accessible Public Restrooms
- Real-Time Transit Information
- Covered Bus Transfer Areas
- Community Meeting Space
- Bus Maintenance, Fueling, Washing and Indoor Storage Areas
- Shared Access and Amenities for Proposed Amtrak Service
Frequently Asked Questions
How was the facility funded?
The Chestnut Street Station was funded with a variety of Federal, State and Local funds. The majority of funding was provided by the USDOT Federal Transit Administration. Miami University also contributed the 40-year land lease and $1.6M. BCRTA provided more than $3M in locally generated revenues. No Butler County property taxes or other county funds are included in the project.
Does Chestnut Street Station serve Amtrak?
An Amtrak passenger rail platform is planned for construction in 2026 at the new Chestnut Street Multimodal Station in Oxford, Ohio, aiming to be operational by 2027. The stop will serve Amtrak’s Cardinal line (Chicago-New York), connecting with the Butler County Regional Transit Authority (BCRTA) station that opened in late November.
Do bus services other than BCRTA stop at Chestnut Street Station?
Yes! GoBus stops at Chestnut Street Station.
Can I reserve a community meeting space?
Yes! See the full community room guidelines and use the online request form to reserve a room.
Where can I park?
BCRTA does not own or control public parking facilities at the Chestnut Street Station. Visitors are encouraged to use the bus system to access the station or attend events. Public and university-permitted parking is available for a fee adjacent to the Station in Miami University’s Chestnut Fields lot. For information on parking fees and payment methods, please visit Miami University’s parking information page.
