Brookings Area Transit Authority

Brookings Area Transit Authority BATA is a local 501(c)(3) which offers transportation services to citizens of Brookings county. Drivers cannot take ride information.

Scheduling Rides within the
Brookings City Limits

Advance reservations may be made by calling dispatch at 605-692-2222 by 5:00PM the day before a ride is needed. When scheduling your ride please provide the dispatcher with your first and last name, your appointment time, number of passengers, and your destination. BATA requires your pick-up time to be a half hour before your appointment. For exa

mple, if you have an appointment at 10:00AM then your scheduled pick up time would be 9:30AM. Please Note: If you need to schedule a ride or make changes to an existing ride, you must contact dispatch. Travel outside of Brookings County can be arranged by calling dispatch at 605-692-2222. All out of County rides must be scheduled 48 hours in advance. Monday transportation must be scheduled by 6:00PM on Friday. Service Hours
Hours of service for BATA are:
Monday through Friday 5:00AM – 6:00PM
Saturday and Sunday closed

Hours of service for scheduling rides are:
Monday through Friday from 7:00AM - 5:00PM

Holidays in which service may be limited or suspended include: New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Day

Service hours and holiday schedule are subject to change.

Reminder that we will be closed on Memorial Day.
05/14/2026

Reminder that we will be closed on Memorial Day.

Come on Summer!!!
05/14/2026

Come on Summer!!!

We like cookies, do you? Stop on out to HyVee, Pick up some Cookies, and help the Brookings Area United Way help others...
04/29/2026

We like cookies, do you? Stop on out to HyVee, Pick up some Cookies, and help the Brookings Area United Way help others!!

It’s just a pack of cookies… until it becomes something more🍪

Starting TODAY, April 27th – May 3rd at Brookings Hy-Vee , Cookies for a Cause turns every purchase into local impact! $0.25 from each pack of chocolate chip cookies sold supports your local Brookings Area United Way and the programs serving our County!

Stop in, grab a pack, and sweeten your day while giving back❤️

LOST AND FOUND ON A BUS!Do any of these items belong to you or your child? Stop by our office to claim. Any unclaimed it...
04/17/2026

LOST AND FOUND ON A BUS!
Do any of these items belong to you or your child? Stop by our office to claim. Any unclaimed items will be donated at the end of the month.
Thank you!

SUMMER IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER!Dog Days of Summer YOUTH Bus Passes available!Unlimited rides.May 20th - school starts....
04/15/2026

SUMMER IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER!

Dog Days of Summer YOUTH Bus Passes available!
Unlimited rides.
May 20th - school starts.
For kids age 4-18.
$80 inside Brookings city limits.
$180 outside city limits (5 mile radius, includes Volga and Aurora).

Call BATA for details...

BATA is offering a special promotion, "Beat the Heat", for senior citizens, age 60+ this summer!!Unlimited local rides.J...
04/15/2026

BATA is offering a special promotion, "Beat the Heat", for senior citizens, age 60+ this summer!!
Unlimited local rides.
June, July, August.
8a.m. - 5p.m.
MUST pre-schedule your rides at least 1 day ahead of time.
CALL us for more info and/or to schedule your rides!

🌷🐣 Happy Easter from BATA! 🐰🌼Wishing you and your family a joyful day filled with hope, renewal, and time spent with lov...
04/05/2026

🌷🐣 Happy Easter from BATA! 🐰🌼

Wishing you and your family a joyful day filled with hope, renewal, and time spent with loved ones. As spring arrives, we’re grateful to serve our community and help keep you moving where you need to go.

Thank you for riding with us—here’s to brighter days ahead! 🌞🚍

Not to inundate you with posts for the day, but we have had calls on when the senior promo is coming. June-August is wh...
03/31/2026

Not to inundate you with posts for the day, but we have had calls on when the senior promo is coming. June-August is where we have landed the coveted promotion. Get ready, we chose the summer to better serve you!!!

Just another reminder for changes coming May 1st.
03/31/2026

Just another reminder for changes coming May 1st.

Reminder: Fare changes effective May 1st• In Town: $3 → $4• Volga & Aurora: $5 → $6Card Service Fees:• $0.50 (rides up t...
03/25/2026

Reminder: Fare changes effective May 1st

• In Town: $3 → $4
• Volga & Aurora: $5 → $6

Card Service Fees:
• $0.50 (rides up to $20)
• $1.50 (Sioux Falls trips & token purchases)

Tokens will update to $4 and $6 values.

Thank you for your understanding—we appreciate your support!

Today we celebrate the incredible team behind Brookings Area Transit Authority—our drivers, dispatchers, and support sta...
03/18/2026

Today we celebrate the incredible team behind Brookings Area Transit Authority—our drivers, dispatchers, and support staff—for Transit Employee Appreciation Day! 🚌

Your dedication keeps our community moving safely and reliably every single day. Whether it’s an early morning route, helping a rider in need, or keeping our buses in top shape, your work does not go unnoticed.

Thank you for your commitment, professionalism, and the care you show to every passenger. We are proud of the difference you make in Brookings, Freeman and Dell Rapids!

If you see a BATA team member today, be sure to give them a wave or a thank you 👋

Address

1313 Western Avenue
Brookings, SD
57006

Opening Hours

Monday 5am - 6pm
Tuesday 5am - 6pm
Wednesday 5am - 6pm
Thursday 5am - 6pm
Friday 5am - 6pm

Telephone

+16056922222

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