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Topeka Metropolitan Transit Authority (Metro)

201 North Kansas Avenue
Topeka, KS 66603
United States
785.233.2011
785.233.3063
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The Topeka Metropolitan Transit Authority was created in 1973 and has grown from a small, privately owned bus service into a leader in local transportation.

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Topeka Metro's Board approved the order of six buses; three diesel and three electric for a pilot program.
Gillig will supply the diesel buses while Proterra will supply the system's first electric buses.
July 22, 2022
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Topeka Metro has implemented the DoubleMap system, which passengers can access with the internet or by downloading the app.
Jan. 23, 2020
The Wi-Fi is available on all 26 fixed-route buses and is a precursor to more technology improvements scheduled to rollout in 2020.
Dec. 27, 2019
Topeka Metro increased its ridership from 1.21 million rides in 2016 to 1.3 million rides in FY 2019.
Sept. 24, 2019
Basic fares, paratransit fares will remain the same as the previous year.
Aug. 22, 2019
The Topeka Police Department announced it has secured a location for the downtown Community Police Office at the Topeka Metro Quincy Street Station.
April 17, 2019
New Flyer is demonstrating its extended range Xcelsior Charge XE35 for Topeka Metro on Tuesday, February 19th.
Feb. 19, 2019
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Over the past two weeks, five Topeka Metro bus shelters were vandalized with the glass panels being shot out from the street.
Over the past two weeks, five Topeka Metro bus shelters were vandalized with the glass panels being shot out from the street.
Feb. 1, 2019
On Saturday, February 2nd from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm, Topeka Metro and the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) 1360 will reach out to the Topeka community to "Stuff the Bus".
Feb. 1, 2019
The 6th Annual Winter Fling/Families Ride Free campaign for Topeka Metro is back by popular demand.
Dec. 17, 2018

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Topeka Metro won several awards at the Kansas Public Transit Association (KPTA) Annual Meeting & Expo, held earlier this fall in Salina.
Oct. 25, 2018
Together, Moovit and Rock The Vote are helping to facilitate voter turnout in the U.S. 2018 Midterms by making it as easy as possible for eligible voters to find out where to ...
Oct. 22, 2018
Topeka Metro has announced the approval of a petition to the Kansas Corporation Commission for a special rate for electricity produced by Westar Energy and used to power electric...
Oct. 1, 2018
Urban Solar has been awarded a five-year contract to supply solar powered LED lighting systems to Topeka Metro.
Aug. 29, 2018
Topeka Metro was recognized at the South West Transit Association 31st Annual SPOTLIGHT Awards for transit marketing excellence on July 26, 2018.
Aug. 23, 2018
Topeka Metro won several awards at the Kansas Public Transit Association Annual Meeting & Expo in Salina, August 6-8, 2018.
Aug. 23, 2018
Topeka Metro is once again working with USD 501 to get students to school.
Aug. 23, 2018
Topeka Metro recognized two outstanding bus operators for their recent achievements.
July 17, 2018
Topeka Metro held a ribbon cutting Wednesday, July 11th for a new bus shelter located at SW 6th and Polk in Topeka.
July 11, 2018
In conjunction with National Volunteer Week, Topeka Metro will celebrate local volunteers by offering free rides April 16 through April 21.
April 16, 2018
In conjunction with National Volunteer Week, Topeka Metro has announced it will celebrate local volunteers by offering free rides April 16 through April 21.
April 5, 2018
The Topeka Metropolitan Transit Authority and the Amalgamated Transit Union 1360 are reaching out to the Topeka community to Stuff the Bus with non-perishable food items to benefit...
Feb. 1, 2018
The Topeka Metropolitan Transit Authority has announced it is offering a free ride day on all fixed routes on Friday, December 1st.
Nov. 27, 2017
Since the summer of 2013, Topeka Metro has offered bus transportation at no cost on all fixed routes to youth ages 18 and under. From May 15 to August 15 Topeka Metro provided...
Aug. 29, 2017
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Shawnee County Commissioner Shelly Buhler, Melissa B. with Topeka Metro (accepting on behalf of Vicki P.), Cindy Patton with Topeka City of Character, Josh B. with Topeka Metro, Dee L. with Topeka Metro, and Susan Duffy, Topeka Metro general manager.
Topeka Metropolitan Transit Authority (Metro) congratulated three employees who were honored with the Champion of Character awards at the Safe Streets Coalition meeting at Great...
April 10, 2017
During the month of November, active duty military personnel and veterans can ride the Topeka Metro fixed route service free by showing the bus operator a veteran ID when boarding...
Oct. 29, 2015
Topeka Metro is continuing its transition from a flag stop system to a designated stop system with public meetings scheduled to collect feedback on proposed stops for the final...
Sept. 8, 2015
Topeka Metro is hosting a series of educational events to prepare its riders for the new routes that begin Aug.1.Staff will be available at Quincy Street Station each Thursday...
July 6, 2015
Topeka Metro has once again partnered with the Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library for the Big Read. Topeka Metro buses will be a pickup location for this year’s featured book...
Feb. 4, 2015
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Oct. 30 4 p.m. at the Topeka Housing Authority.
Oct. 29, 2014
During the month of November, Active Duty or Retired Veterans can ride the Topeka Metro fixed route service free by showing the bus operator their veteran ID when boarding the...
Oct. 27, 2014
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Oct. 3 at Fairlawn Plaza Bus Shelter.
Sept. 29, 2014
Program brought back after successful 2013 run.
May 19, 2014
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Campaign to run in conjunction with Topeka Bike Month events.
May 8, 2014
To celebrate Earth Day, Topeka Metro will offer free rides on the fixed routes all day April 22.
April 17, 2014
Topeka Metro to Launch New “Smart” Fareboxes
Feb. 18, 2014
During the month of November, active duty or retired veterans can ride the Topeka Metro fixed route service free by showing the bus operator their veteran ID when boarding the...
Oct. 24, 2013
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Topeka Metro has joined the 'It Can Wait' program to discourage texting and driving.
On Sept. 19, the Topeka Metropolitan Transit Authority joined AT&T Kansas President Steve Hahn and city and county officials at the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library to...
Sept. 27, 2013
On Oct. 1, the Topeka Metropolitan Transit Authority will celebrate its 40th Birthday by offering free rides.
Sept. 26, 2013