Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA)

Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA)

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CARTA is the public transit system in Hamilton County and in the city of Chattanooga, Tennessee.

CARTA is the public transit system in Hamilton County and in the city of Chattanooga, TN and has been committed to providing safe, dependable and efficient transportation service to our community for almost 40 years. CARTA also operates the Lookout Mountain Incline Railway, the Downtown Electric Shuttle system, and the CARTA Care-a-van. We also manage the parking system in downtown Chattanooga to include 3 parking garages, on street metered parking and parking lots.

06/18/2026

Turn your parking tickets into a way to give back. From now through September 30, 2026, you can reduce your parking ticket balance through the Food for Fines program while supporting the Chattanooga Area Food Bank.

Here's how it works:
- Sign up at www.chattanoogaparking.org/amnesty-program (we will reach out to you first)
- Receive a $2 credit toward your parking ticket balance for every $1 donated (2:1 match)
- Earn credits for up to 25% of your total eligible balance

Please note:
• Monetary donations only (no food donations accepted).
• The Food for Fines program cannot be combined with the Discount Period or Hardship Program.

It's a simple way to reduce your balance while helping provide meals to neighbors in need.

Photos from Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA)'s post 06/17/2026

Whether you drive, walk, bike, or take transit—traffic impacts your daily life.

This corridor carries it all, but it wasn’t designed to do it safely or efficiently.

Tell us what changes would make the biggest difference for you at our June 24 workshop. Route 4 will be free from 3-9 PM with shuttle pick up at Barger Academy to the Rec Center.

Photos from Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA)'s post 06/15/2026

Chattanooga is growing—and Brainerd Road is feeling it. More people means moretrips, more pressure, and more need for better options. Let’s plan ahead for a city tha keeps moving.

Join us June 24 at the Community Open House and help shape the future of the corridor. Learn more about the project by visiting www.connectthecorridor.com.

06/11/2026

This is your commute. Your neighborhood. Your future.

The decisions made today will shape how people move through this corridor for years to come. We want to hear your experiences, concerns, and ideas.

Community Workshop
June 24, 2026
5:00–7:00 PM
Chris L. Ramsey Sr. Community Center

Help shape what's next.

06/10/2026

Hey, we're not perfect either.

So in the spirit of fresh starts — we're giving you a clean slate! Pay off your outstanding parking tickets by June 30th and we'll take 35% OFF your full balance.

No lectures. No judgment. Just a great deal and a chance to start fresh.

https://chattanoogaparking.org/amnesty-program

Photos from Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA)'s post 06/10/2026

Safety starts with preparation. Recently, Incline Railway staff participated in hands-on training focused on wildfire prevention and emergency response.

The training covered:
-How to safely and effectively create a fire break
-The proper tools to use and how to use them correctly
-Emergency response procedures and what to expect from the Chattanooga Fire Department
-Critical information to provide 911 dispatchers to help emergency crews respond as quickly as possible

By investing in training and preparedness, we're helping ensure our team is ready to respond safely and effectively should an emergency arise.

Thank you to our partners for sharing their expertise and helping keep our employees, passengers, and community safe.

Lookout Mountain Incline Railway

06/02/2026

Tomorrow! See you there!

Join us for our upcoming Rider Advisory Committee meeting on June 3rd from 5:00 - 6:30 pm at Shuttle Park South at 1362 Market Street. If you plan on attending, please RSVP by emailing [email protected].

06/02/2026

Check out our CEO on Channel 12's Let's Chatt! Learn about the parking amnesty period.

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1617 Wilcox Boulevard
Chattanooga, TN
37406

Opening Hours

Monday 4:40am - 12:50am
Tuesday 4:40am - 12:50am
Wednesday 4:40am - 12:50am
Thursday 4:40am - 12:50am
Friday 4:40am - 12:50am
Saturday 5:30am - 12:25am
Sunday 10:20am - 8:45pm