Nashville public transportation makes getting around Nashville a breeze. Passengers will have no problem getting to and from where they need to go, including the many sights of Nashville. The most popular and convenient mode of public transportation in Nashville is the Nashville Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA). Nashville MTA offers commuter rail (WeGo Star) and bus (WeGo Public Transit) transportation services, among many other public transit programs.
We’ll highlight some of the types of public transportation available to Nashville travelers, pricing, and nearby places to stay.
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Nashville MTA Bus Services
Nashville’s bus transit, known as WeGo Public Transit, offers 26 local bus routes and eight regional bus routes to get you to where you need to go and is one of the most convenient forms of public transportation in Nashville. You can download maps, routes, and schedules on the WeGo Public Transit website.
MTA Nashville Bus Schedule & Routes
Nashville’s public bus transportation reaches destinations as far as Murfreesboro, Springfield, and Dickson, Tennessee and includes several stops throughout Davidson County including West End, Dickerson Pike, and Bordeaux. The MTA Nashville bus schedule varies by destination. Follow WeGo Public Transit’s alert and detour page for important route updates.
Bus routes are categorized by operating frequency. Categories include Frequent (operating every 15 minutes), Local (operating every 20-60 minutes), and Express (shuttle service to outlying counties). See the full list of routes and scheduled arrival times.
Nashville MTA Bus Passes
WeGo Public Transit local service pricing for adults are $2 for a 2-Hour Pass and $4 for an All-Day Pass. Bus passes are also available for anyone that may be staying in the area for a longer period of time or is expecting to take frequent bus trips. This includes a $20 7-Day Pass, a $40 20-Ride Pass, and a $65 31-Day Pass. Regional bus service is also available at $4.25 for 1-Ride and $73.50 for 20-Ride.
Special pricing is also available for youth ages 19 and younger and for seniors ages 65 and older and there is no charge for children ages 4 and under. Pricing may be subject to change. We recommended contacting WeGo Transit at 615-880-3970 or visiting Nashville MTAs ticket pricing to verify pricing.
Nashville MTA Public Train Services
Nashville’s public rail system, known as WeGo Star, extends east from Riverfront (Nashville) all the way to Lebanon Station in Lebanon, Tennessee, making it a convenient solution for getting around the Nashville metro area.
Nashville MTA Public Train Operating Hours
WeGo Star operates every weekday morning and afternoon. Rail transit runs from 5:40 AM to 8:15 AM every weekday morning and from 3:20 PM to 5:40 PM every weekday afternoon. See the full WeGo Start transit schedule.
Nashville MTA Public Train Route
There are seven stations along WeGo Star’s route, with stops at:
- Riverfront Station – 108 1st Avenue South, Downtown Nashville
- Donelson Station – 2705 Lebanon Pike, Nashville
- Hermitage Station – 4121 Andrew Jackson Parkway, Hermitage
- Mt. Juliet Station – 22 East Division Street, Mt. Juliet
- Martha Station – 65 Martha Circle, Lebanon
- Hamilton Springs – 1000 Gaston Park Drive, Lebanon
- Lebanon Station – 334 W. Baddour Parkway, Lebanon
A connecting bus service is also available upon arrival at Riverfront Station. Find more information about the WeGo Star route and connecting services.
Nashville MTA Public Train Ticket Pricing
WeGo Star pricing starts as little as $2 for 1-Ride, as little as $17.75 for 10-Ride, and as little as $67.25 for 31-Day. Ticket pricing is dependent on the station of origin and destination. Pricing may be subject to change. Get more information about WeGo Start ticket pricing.
Nashville MTA also offers many other public transit options including park and ride, reduced fare for participating employees, and options for bike commuters. Get the full list of Nashville public transportation services here.
Extended Stay Hotels in Nashville
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Affordable weekly rates are available for each location and affordable monthly rates are available at select locations. Plus, we never require a credit check or a lease agreement.
During your stay, we recommend checking out one of these 48 things to do in Nashville with most attractions being easily accessible via Nashville’s public transportation services.
