AATA / AAATA TheRide Schedule Finder
If you search for an AATA bus schedule, you are usually looking for the Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority, officially abbreviated AAATA and branded TheRide.
TheRide operates fixed-route buses across the greater Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti area. Current fall service adjustments took effect August 23, 2026, and downtown Ann Arbor boarding remains temporarily changed because the Blake Transit Center is closed during Fourth Avenue construction.
There Is No Single AATA Bus Time
Each TheRide route has its own schedule, direction, timepoints and service-day pattern. To get the correct departure, choose the route number, travel date, direction, boarding stop and exit stop on TheRide’s official Schedule by Route tool.
Find your route number and route name.
Weekday, Saturday, Sunday and holidays can differ.
Schedules differ by travel direction.
Use your actual boarding and exit stop.
Recheck estimated arrival before leaving.
AATA / TheRide Rider Guide
Route Number → Direction → Timepoint → Exact Stop
TheRide explains that route schedules use timepoints — major stops used to show scheduled departure times. A neighborhood stop between two timepoints may not appear in the printed table. Use Track My Bus for the exact stop.
Number
Name
Direction
Timepoint
Variation
Time
TheRide / AAATA Route List
The official route library currently lists the following fixed routes and Route 104 Washtenaw Express. Route 29 remains listed in the library but is temporarily suspended during the Fourth Avenue construction project.
| Route | Official route name | Current note |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | Huron River | Updated Aug 23 |
| 4 | Washtenaw Local | Fall/Winter schedule |
| 5 | Packard | Temporary downtown boarding location applies. |
| 6 | Ellsworth | Temporary downtown boarding location applies. |
| 22 | Pontiac-Dhu Varren | Boards in temporary Fifth Ave area downtown. |
| 23 | Plymouth | Temporary Washington St boarding downtown. |
| 25 | Ann Arbor-Saline Rd | Timepoints updated Aug 23 |
| 26 | Scio Church | Use as the current alternative to suspended Route 29. |
| 27 | W. Stadium-Oak Valley | Timepoints updated Aug 23 |
| 28 | Pauline | Temporary Fifth Ave boarding downtown. |
| 29 | Liberty | Temporarily suspended |
| 30 | Jackson | Temporary Washington St boarding downtown. |
| 31 | Dexter | Temporary Washington St boarding downtown. |
| 32 | Miller-Maple | Timepoints updated Aug 23 |
| 33 | Newport | Temporary Fifth Ave boarding downtown. |
| 34 | Maple-Dexter | Temporary Fifth Ave boarding downtown. |
| 42 | Forest-MacArthur | Check route-specific weekday/weekend schedule. |
| 43 | E. Michigan Ave | Use current Ypsilanti schedule. |
| 44 | Ecorse-Tyler | Use current Ypsilanti schedule. |
| 45 | Grove | Use current route schedule. |
| 46 | Huron-Paint Creek | Use current route schedule. |
| 47 | Harriet-W. Michigan | Use current route schedule. |
| 61 | U-M Miller | University-area service; check current day and direction. |
| 62 | U-M State | Fall/Winter schedule restored |
| 63 | U-M Pontiac | Check current route schedule. |
| 64 | Geddes-E. Stadium | Check current route schedule. |
| 65 | U-M Downtown-Green | University/downtown corridor service. |
| 66 | Carpenter-Huron Pkwy | Fall schedule + school trips restored |
| 67 | Eisenhower-Golfside | Check football-day detours. |
| 68 | Harris-Ford | Check current route schedule. |
| 104 | Washtenaw Express | Limited-stop Ann Arbor–Ypsilanti express service. |
2026 Fall Schedule Changes Riders Should Know
AATA / TheRide Fare, Pass & Transfer Guide
Pay when boarding with cash/token or use EZfare mobile ticketing.
Available through boarding purchase and other official sales methods.
Designed for riders who regularly use TheRide.
Applies to qualifying Fare Deal card holders and eligible youth categories.
Three Practical Ways to Check Your Next AATA Bus
A printed schedule is the planned timetable. TheRide’s live tools can show estimated arrivals and current vehicle locations. Live estimates may change because of traffic, construction, weather, detours or vehicle-data problems.
Use TheRide route library or trip planner.
Locate the stop number on the bus-stop sign.
Open Track My Bus and choose route/direction.
Text AAATA + stop number to 41411.
Confirm reroutes and stop closures before walking.
Blake Transit Center Is Temporarily Closed
The closure began May 3, 2026 for the Fourth Avenue Street & Transit Improvements project and is anticipated to continue through the end of 2026.
Downtown boarding moved to temporary stops around Fifth Avenue and Washington Street.
Key AATA / TheRide Transit Locations
Fifth Avenue and Washington Street currently replace the Blake Transit Center boarding bays during construction.
220 Pearl St, Ypsilanti, MI 48197.
Current listed facility hours:
Mon–Fri 6:00 AM–12:30 AM
Sat 7:15 AM–11:00 PM
Sun 8:00 AM–7:45 PM
TheRide operates or serves multiple Park & Ride locations providing free all-day parking for transit commuters. Overnight parking is not permitted.
Temporary Downtown Ann Arbor Boarding Area
Because BTC is closed, Fifth Avenue and Washington Street are currently more useful map references than the former boarding bays.
- Check your route number before walking downtown.
- Identify whether your route boards on Fifth or Washington.
- Use Track My Bus after reaching the correct temporary stop.
- Look for real-time information tablets at upgraded temporary stops.
- Route 29 is not currently boarding downtown because it is suspended.
- Recheck construction updates before unfamiliar trips.
2026 Football Detours Can Affect Regular Routes
TheRide’s 2026 service bulletin states that Routes 6, 25, 26, 28 and 67 are detoured for University of Michigan home football games. Detours begin about 3 hours before kickoff and end about 1 hour after the game.
Holiday Service Uses FlexRide Instead
FlexRide Late Night Service
| Day | Late-night hours |
|---|---|
| Monday–Thursday | 12:45 AM–6:00 AM |
| Friday | 12:45 AM–6:45 AM |
| Saturday | 12:45 AM–8:00 AM |
| Sunday | 9:45 PM–6:00 AM |
A-Ride, GoldRide & Travel Training
Before You Leave for Your AATA Bus
- Confirm that “AATA” means AAATA/TheRide for your trip.
- Choose the correct route number and route variation.
- Select the correct weekday, Saturday or Sunday schedule.
- Check direction before choosing a timetable.
- Find your exact boarding stop rather than relying only on a timepoint.
- Arrive a few minutes before the published departure.
- Use Track My Bus or Text My Bus before walking to the stop.
- Check BTC temporary boarding locations for downtown Ann Arbor trips.
- Do not plan on Route 29 while the current suspension remains active.
- On U-M home-game days, check football detours before traveling.
TheRide Rider Information & Service Contacts
Where to Verify Your AATA Bus Schedule
Select travel date, route, direction, boarding stop and exit stop.
Build a custom scheduleOfficial list of current TheRide route maps and schedule PDFs.
Open route libraryCheck live vehicle locations and route-specific service information.
Track a busSystem maps, Text My Bus, MyAlerts, trip planning and schedule tools.
Open rider toolsFall 2026 route changes, BTC boarding relocations and Route 29 suspension.
Check service changesTemporary Ann Arbor boarding locations and sales-location updates.
Check BTC updatesCurrent fixed-route fares, reduced fares, passes and 90-minute transfers.
Check faresLate-night hours, designated holidays, fares and reservation information.
Open FlexRide informationAATA / AAATA Bus Schedule Questions
Where can I find the current AATA bus schedule?
Use TheRide’s official Schedule by Route tool. Select the travel date, route number, direction, boarding stop and exit stop to create a current schedule.
Is AATA the same as TheRide?
The official transit authority is the Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority, commonly abbreviated AAATA. Its public transit brand is TheRide. Many riders also search “AATA bus schedule” when looking for the same system.
How much is an AATA or TheRide bus fare?
The current regular fixed-route single ride is $1.50. The regular 1-Day Pass is $3 and the 30-Day Flex Pass is $45.
Are transfers free on TheRide?
Yes. Fixed-route transfers are free and valid for 90 minutes from the time they are issued. Ask the driver for a transfer when boarding.
How can I track an AATA bus live?
Use TheRide’s Track My Bus tool. You can also text AAATA followed by your stop number to 41411 to receive estimated arrivals for routes serving that stop.
Is Blake Transit Center open in 2026?
No. Blake Transit Center is temporarily closed during the Fourth Avenue construction project. Downtown routes are using temporary Fifth Avenue and Washington Street boarding locations.
Is AATA Route 29 running?
Route 29 Liberty is currently temporarily suspended during Fourth Avenue construction. TheRide instructs riders to use Route 26 Scio Church as an alternative.
Does TheRide run on major holidays?
Regular fixed-route service is not operated on designated major holidays such as New Year’s Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. FlexRide Holiday Service operates instead.
How early should I arrive for an AATA bus?
TheRide instructs riders to be at their stop a few minutes early. For an unfamiliar trip, arriving about 5–10 minutes before the published time is a practical buffer.
What routes are affected by U-M football games?
TheRide’s 2026 football bulletin identifies Routes 6, 25, 26, 28 and 67 for planned detours around University of Michigan home games. Other routes can also experience traffic-related delays.