Portage Area RTA

09/10/2026

Have you tried the 55 Commuter Shuttle yet? 🚌

If you're commuting to Kent State, Route 55 is another convenient option for getting between campus and the commuter parking lots at Allerton, Dix Stadium and Summit East.

Remember: the 55 Allerton is now the 55 Commuter Shuttle — same route, new name!

Check the schedule before you head to campus: https://bit.ly/4giuRUz

09/09/2026

Stop by and chat with PARTA tomorrow (Thur., Sept. 10) at the Portage County Job and Family Services Senior Forum at UH Portage Medical Center. It's a FREE event! Find out about community resources, hear presentations on health and wellness, enjoy prizes & giveaways, vendor tables and more.

This week... Join us as we collaborate with UH Portage Medical Center on Thursday, September 10, 2026, to bring you the annual PCJFS Fall Senior Forum!
Location: UH Portage Medical Arts Building (6847 N Chestnut St, Ravenna)
Time: 9am-1pm
Information sessions, vaccine clinic, health screenings, giveaways and prizes!
Don't miss this free event that brings information and resources to our 50+ community!

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from PARTA!

Today, we celebrate the hard work that keeps our community moving.

We’re grateful for the workers, businesses, and community members who help make Portage County a great place to live, work, and thrive.

Take a well-deserved break and enjoy the holiday! 🚌💚

09/05/2026

🚌 Reminder: No Bus Service on Labor Day

Just a reminder that PARTA will not operate bus service on Mon., Sept. 7. Administrative offices will also be closed as we take the day to honor and celebrate workers.

Enjoy the holiday, and we’ll see you Tues., Sept. 8!

Have a safe and happy Labor Day!

09/02/2026

📢 Labor Day Service Reminder

PARTA administrative offices will be closed and buses will not be in service on Labor Day, Mon., Sept. 7. Please plan ahead.

PARTA administrative offices will be re-open and regular bus service resumes on Tues., Sept. 8.

09/01/2026

Get off campus with your FLASHcard! Visit your favorite spots in Portage County by riding PARTA🚍⚡️

08/31/2026

Many thanks to the hundreds of people who stopped by the PARTA booth each day of the Portage County Randolph Fair to spin our "Wheel of Fortune," win a prize, and learn more about PARTA. We particularly loved hearing from those of you who just wanted to stop by our booth and tell us how much you appreciated the service PARTA has provided to you or a member of your family. Many shared stories similar to Gail whose disabled daughter used PARTA when she lived in Portage County.

08/24/2026

The Randolph Fair starts tomorrow! 🎡
Stop by PARTA’s booth and say "Hi!" We’ll be there all week and would love to see you!

Portage County Randolph Fair

08/21/2026

New this fall to KSU Campus Bus Service!

Say hello to the 55 Commuter Shuttle.

The 55 Allerton is now the 55 Commuter Shuttle.

New name. Another option to get to and from commuter parking lots!

See the new schedule here: https://bit.ly/4giuRUz

08/21/2026

🚧Rt. 35, 40, & 45 Detour Fri., Aug. 21

East Erie Street will be closed between Haymaker and Water Street from 11:00 am until 7:00 pm for Kent State University's Flashes First Friday Event. To accommodate this closure, PARTA has modified the bus staging at the Kent Central Gateway Transit Center next to East Erie Street.

Routes 35 Interurban East, 40 Suburban North, and 45 Suburban South will depart from the south bays onto Haymaker Parkway. Meanwhile, Routes 90 Akron Express and 100 Cleveland Express will utilize the north bays. Please plan accordingly!