Bus Stops Closed in Covington 10/10-10/13
The bus stops on Bakewell at 3rd and the two stops on Johnson at 3rd will be closed beginning at 6:00pm until the end of service each evening beginning Thursday, October 10 through Sunday, October 13. Bus can be caught at the Covington Transit Center or see bus stop for details.
Thanks for riding with TANK!
BLINK - Route & Stop Changes Begin Monday 10/7
Beginning Monday, October 7 through Sunday, October 13, the Southbank Shuttle and TANK routes will experience detours and bus stop closures due to BLINK. There will also be a Park & Ride from NKU to BLINK for just $2.00 per ride. Parking is free.
For all the details, www.tankbus.org/blink
Thanks for riding with TANK!
Starting October 23: Pay your fare with the Transit app!
We’re making it simple to ride. Download Transit to plan your trip, track your ride, and (starting October 23) pay your fare, too — for TANK, Metro, and BCRTA, all in one easy-to-use app. It’s easier than remembering your own birthday. Get started today by downloading Transit: http://transitapp.com/download
For more information and a helpful FAQ about Transit with EZFare, visit https://www.tankbus.org/fares/mobile-ticketing.
Thanks for riding with TANK!
NEW Call Center Hours
Beginning Saturday, September 28, 2019, the Call Center will have NEW hours.
Monday - Friday 6:00am-6:00pm
Saturday 9:00am-3:00pm
To reach the Call Center, call (859) 331-TANK.
Thank you!
Oktoberfest Zinzinnati Detours
Due to Oktoberfest Zinzinnati in downtown Cincinnati, TANK will be on detour beginning at 6:00pm today (9/19/19) until 6:00am on Monday (9/23/19).
Parts of 2nd and 3rd Street will be closed.
To catch a number 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9 and the 33 use the stop on 4th Street and Walnut.
To catch a number 11, 12, 16, and 25 use the stop on 5th Street at Main.
All Express passengers are able to use their regular stops except for the stop on Race at 3rd Street.
Southbank Shuttle stops will be closed on Vine at 4th, Rosa Parks at 2nd Street and 3rd at Main. All other stops will be open.
We appreciate your patience and apologize for the inconvenience.
For more information call 859-331-8265.
Labor Day 9/2/19 Schedule - CORRECTED
TANK will be running a Holiday/Sunday schedule in honor of Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2019. TANK's administrative offices, call center, special service department, and sales office will be closed.
For more information please call 859-331-TANK.
Have a great Holiday weekend!
Labor Day
TANK will be running a Holiday/Sunday schedule in honor of Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2019. TANK's administrative offices, call center, special service department, and sales office will be closed.
For more information please call 859-331-TANK.
Have a great Holiday weekend!
TANK to hold Public Meeting on Redesign of Bus System
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: August 20, 2019
TANK to hold Public Meeting on Redesign of Bus System
The public is invited to comment and provide input on proposed redesign of the transit system. The Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky (TANK) is undertaking a System Redesign Study to help re-imagine the agency’s current bus route network structure. TANK invites the public to attend a Public Meeting at the Covington Career Center (1324 Madison Avenue, Covington) on August 29 between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. The venue is located on TANK Route #7.
The purpose of the meeting is to gather input on the proposed redesign of the bus system and to hear comments about current service and future needs. The meeting will be open house style with a brief presentation given at 4:30, 5:30 and 6:30 p.m.
TANK staff and their consultant team will present a brief presentation to explain the redesign process and goals of the study. Outside of the presentation times, participants will be able to view, at their leisure, exhibit boards and bus network maps at several stations. Staff and consultants will be available to discuss the study and answer questions. Comments and desired outcomes will be captured via a brief survey and comment cards at each station.
The input received from the meeting will be used to assist the consultant team in identifying, prioritizing, and developing a re imagined bus transit system that will serve the needs of the Northern Kentucky community, providing more efficient and cost effective service that is supported by robust ridership. TANK’s goal is to provide community-supported transit to customers with varying needs and to support the continued job growth in the region. Collectively and with public input, TANK wants to ensure safe, convenient, and accessible public transportation for the areas residents, workers, and visitors that want and need to use it.
A second public meeting will be held later this year to present the draft Redesign Study plan and obtain comments.
Route delays due to I-75N & I-275E construction
Due to the construction in Florence on I-75 North and I-275 East, we are experiencing major delays on routes 1, 1X, 2X, 22X, 32X, 39X, 40X and 42X. There are times the traffic has our buses gridlocked on the expressway with no option for rerouting.
Also, with so many buses delayed due to this construction, and because all buses are already in use during rush hour, we are unable to add additional buses to these routes to support these delays. As soon as any information is provided to us regarding timeline of this construction, we will be sure to let you know.
We sincerely apologize for this frustration and inconvenience. We are doing everything we can and appreciate your feedback and patience.
If you are concerned about where you bus might be located, please download the transit app to locate your bus or call (859) 331-TANK. You can also chat with us directly on www.tankbus.org.
Thanks for riding with TANK!
Attn: Riders on Express Routes Using 5th Street
All express routes using 5th Street in Cincinnati should expect construction to close the bus stop at Skyline on Sycamore between 5th and 4th Street. This should last approximately one week.
During this time, you can use the stop at the old Wendy's on 4th Street between Sycamore and Main Street.
Thank you for your patience and thanks for riding with TANK!
If you have questions, please call (859) 331-TANK.
Delays expected due to President Trump's visit Thursday
President Trump will be in Cincinnati on Thursday, August 1, 2019 at U.S. Bank Arena.
Please be aware that is it likely that all of the interstates (I-75, I-275 and I-471), in addition to some side roads, will experience congestion and partial closures before, during and after this visit. In addition, it is likely that many of the bridges will experience full or partial closures as well.
TANK is committed to being as responsive as we can be during this inevitable traffic congestion. We will add vehicle resources to help accommodate the expected traffic delays and keep routes running as close to schedule as possible. We will be operating within what is allowed, as dictated by local authorities. Although we do not have exact details at this time, we will post any information to our Facebook and Twitter page as we receive it.
Thank you in advance for your patience. And thanks for riding with TANK.
TANK Operates Sunday Schedule on July 4
TANK will be operating on a holiday (Sunday) schedule on Thursday, July 4, in observation of the Independence Day holiday.
TANK’s administrative offices, call center, and downtown sales office will be closed. RAMP will also operate on a holiday (Sunday) schedule.
For schedule information, visit www.tankbus.org.
Rivercenter Blvd Now Open
Construction is no longer occurring on Rivercenter Blvd. therefore TANK Operators will go back to using Rivercenter and its bus stops beginning Wednesday, June 26, 2019.
There will still be a slight detour due to the closure of the John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge. We appreciate your continued patience during this time.
Roebling Bridge Closure - Detour
Routes Affected: Southbank Shuttle, 1, 1X, 2X, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 17X, 28X, 30X, 33, 39X, 40X, 42X
If you would like to provide TANK feedback, you can fill out a CUSTOMER FEEDBACK FORM at http://www.tankbus.org/connect/customer-feedback or call us at (859) 331-TANK!
Thank you for riding with TANK!
Covington Detour - Effective 6/5/19
Southbank Shuttle & Covington TANK buses
Detour Effective June 5, 2019
After approximately one month on detour due to the Suspension Bridge closure TANK has received great feedback from our riders. Without knowing when the bridge will reopen, we have taken this feedback and updated our detour. This new detour will begin on Wednesday, June 5, 2019
However, please note, we have additionally been notified that Rivercenter Blvd in Covington will be occasionally closed over (at minimum) the next 45 days due to construction. To eliminate confusion, we will be closing all bus stops on Rivercenter Blvd until completion of this project. Signs will be placed at those bus stops to ensure you are directed to the nearest available stop.
Routes Affected: Southbank Shuttle, 1, 1X, 2X, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 17X, 28X, 30X, 33, 39X, 40X, 42X
DETOUR MAP BEGINNING JUNE 5, 2019 until further notice of Covington Area.
DETOUR MAP BEGINNING JUNE 5, 2019 of entire Southbank Shuttle Route.
If you would like to provide TANK feedback, you can fill out a CUSTOMER FEEDBACK FORM at http://www.tankbus.org/connect/customer-feedback or call us at (859) 331-TANK!
We appreciate your patience and thank you for riding with TANK!
Rivercenter Construction Closes Bus Stops Friday, May 31
Tomorrow, Friday May 31, 2019 from 7:00AM to approximately 5:00PM there will be construction on Rivercenter. All bus stops on Rivercenter and Johnson will be closed while TANK is on detour. The best stops to use instead are:
If riding the Southbank Shuttle:
Those who use bus stops on Rivercenter can catch the shuttle on Rivercenter at Madison, in front of the Embassy Suites.
Those who use bus stop on Johnson at 5th can catch the shuttle on 5th at Johnson.
If riding the TANK Bus:
Those who use ANY bus stops on Rivercenter can catch the bus on Bakewell at 3rd, or at the Covington Transit Center.
Those who use the bus stop on Johnson at 4th can catch the bus on 4th at Russell.
We appreciate your patience and thank you for riding with TANK!
Memorial Day Schedule
Please note: All TANK buses will be on a Sunday schedule for Memorial Day on Monday. Additionally, the administration and downtown sales offices will be closed.
Thanks for riding with TANK!
Memorial Day - May 27th
TANK will operate a HOLIDAY/SUNDAY schedule on Monday, May 27 in honor of Memorial Day.
Additionally, during the Free Store Freedom Hunger Walk on Monday, May 27th, beginning at 8:30 a.m. until approximately 11:30 a.m., TANK will be on detour in Covington and Downtown Cincinnati. Certain stops near the Clay Wade Bailey Bridge on the Covington side of the bridge will be temporarily closed. Stops around the CTC will still be served.
Please check your stop for specific details or call 859-331-TANK for more information.
Taste of Cincinnati - TANK Stops Moved
Due to the Taste of Cincinnati in downtown Cincinnati, TANK will be on detour Friday, May 24th, 2019 beginning at 6:00 p.m. until early Tuesday morning May 28th.
Southbank Shuttle- use stop on 5th at Fountain Square (Westin Hotel)
Express Buses – use stop on Race at 3rd
Local Buses:
For buses going to Newport/Campbell County, use the stop on 5th at Vine (Boi na Braza steakhouse)
For buses going to Covington/Kenton/Boone County, use the stop on 4th at Walnut.
We appreciate your patience. For more information call 859-331-8265.
Covington Transit Center Closed 9/23-9/30
Beginning Monday, September 23rd, the Covington Transit Center (CTC) will be closed for construction for approximately one week. While the CTC is closed, catch the bus on Madison at 3rd Street.
Passengers using these routes should load in Zone A; inbound to Cincinnati routes 1, 5, 9, 12, 16, 25 and 33.
Passengers using these routes should load in Zone B; outbound routes 1, 1X, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 17X, 28X, 33, 39X and 40X.
Signs will be on site to easily identify zones A and B.
For more information visit www.tankbus.org or call (859) 331-TANK. Thanks for riding with TANK!
BIKE AND RIDE FOR FREE ON BIKE TO WORK DAY
Bicycle commuters ride free on TANK, Metro, BCRTA & CTC on May 17.
Those looking to give commuting by bike a try will have the perfect opportunity on May 17 when transit systems around the Cincinnati region partner to offer free fare for those with a bike.
In celebration of National Bike to Work Day, May 17, bus riders who load a bike onto the bus bike racks will ride for FREE on TANK, Metro, Butler County Regional Transit Authority (BCRTA) and Clermont Transportation Connection (CTC).
The day will showcase just how easy it is to bike and ride every day.
All TANK, Metro and BCRTA buses, as well as many CTC buses, are equipped with front-loading secure bike racks. Each rack accommodates two bikes. Bikes are not allowed on board buses unless they are foldable and can fit under a seat.
Metro and TANK have been recognized as “Bike Friendly Destinations” since 2011, providing advocacy and infrastructure improvements to support bicycling for employees and riders.
More information on how to bike and ride, as well as a video explaining how to use the bus bike racks, can be found on Metro’s website here and on TANK’s website here.
About TANK
The Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky is an integral part of the Northern Kentucky community, serving Boone, Campbell, and Kenton counties as well as downtown Cincinnati for more than 30 years. Nearly 4 million passengers each year rely on the more than 100 TANK buses throughout the region to get them where they need to be. TANK is on the web at www.tankbus.org.
About Metro
Metro is a non-profit, tax-funded public service of the Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority, providing about 14 million rides per year. Metro’s website is www.go-metro.com.
About BCRTA
Butler County Regional Transit Authority is a public agency created in 1994 to better meet the needs of Butler County residents and to improve the quality of life and economic development through public transportation solutions. Visit BCRTA’s website at www.butlercountyrta.com.
About CTC
CTC is the primary provider of public transportation in Clermont County. Founded in 1977 as CART (Clermont Area Rural Transit), CTC has continued to evolve and now offers three fixed routes in addition to its Dial-A-Ride services. Visit CTC online at http://ctc.clermontcountyohio.gov.
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