News & Updates

Zoom To Boom: COTA Announces Extended Service Hours, Express Service For Customers During Red, White & Boom!

Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) will provide expanded transit to and from downtown Columbus for Red, White & BOOM! on Friday, July 1, with extended local service and Express Service from five Park & Ride locations. Express Service to downtown Columbus from select Park & Ride locations will begin at 5:30 p.m. and continue until […]

Jun 29, 2022
Announcement

COTA Names First Chief Engineering and Mechanical Officer; Announces New Chief Marketing & Experience Officer

As the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) refreshes its organizational structure, two experienced individuals have joined the team in leadership positions. Andy Biesterveld, P.E., has been promoted to Chief Engineering and Mechanical Officer, leading the new Infrastructure, Engineering and Maintenance Division, and Stacey Baer, Ph.D. has joined COTA as the organization’s new Chief Marketing and […]

Jun 23, 2022
Announcement

COTA to Operate Holiday Service Schedule Monday in Observance of Juneteenth

In observance of Juneteenth, Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) will operate Holiday Service on Monday, June 20 to provide many of our employees time to celebrate with their families. When COTA operates Holiday Service, transit lines operate on their Sunday schedules. Customers can plan their trip or view Sunday timetables at COTA.com or use the […]

Jun 17, 2022
Press Release

Summer with COTA: Take COTA to Stonewall Columbus Festival and March; Reroutes Announced for March

The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) is preparing to provide daily service for thousands attending the Stonewall Columbus Pride Festival and March events, June 17-19. Participants can explore the best transit routes to get to the festivities at COTA.com or by using the Transit app. COTA’s hours of operations are 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. […]

Jun 15, 2022
Press Release

COTA Announces New Summer Student Pass Program to Provide Discounted Transit Access on All COTA Services

On Wednesday, June 1, COTA will launch a new Summer Student Pass Program, which provides discounted transit service for any student enrolled in any school, college or university over the summer. For $62, students will have unlimited transit access from June 1 through September 15. This is a savings of more than $150. The new […]

Jun 1, 2022
City Schools
Columbus Ohio Transit Authority

COTA to Operate Service on Memorial Day

In observance of Memorial Day, Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) will operate Holiday Service on Monday, May 30. When COTA operates Holiday Service, transit lines operate on their Sunday schedules. Customers can plan their trip or view Sunday timetables at COTA.com or use the Transit app to view Sunday service. COTA//Plus will only operate in […]

May 26, 2022
Press Release

COTA Wins Workforce Employer of the Year Award for Its Community Workforce Development Initiatives

This week, the National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP) selected the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) as Workforce Employer of the Year during its annual conference in Las Vegas. The award recognizes a private-sector employer or employer consortium that partners and collaborates with their local workforce partners to create a positive impact in their […]

May 18, 2022
Press Release

COTA to Host Two Public Meetings to Discuss Proposed September Service Changes, Income Assistance Program

The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) will host two public comment meetings to discuss proposed service changes that will begin Monday, September 5, 2022. The meetings will be held on Thursday, May 19 and Tuesday, May 24. COTA customers and community members can learn about the potential changes and provide feedback during these sessions. COTA […]

May 18, 2022
Press Release

COTA Announces Transit Reroute and Delays During Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure this Weekend

Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) customers should expect delays and reroutes this weekend as thousands participate in the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure this Saturday, May 14 in downtown Columbus. Preparations for the race will reroute Lines 71, 72 and 73 starting Friday evening as race organizers prepare for the event. On Saturday […]

May 12, 2022
Press Release