Your resource for all things LinkUS, Central Ohio Transit Authority's comprehensive transportation plan to increase service, build safer and expanded sidewalks, bikeways, and trails, and improve opportunity for all.

The 9.3 mile West Broad Street Bus Rapid Transit Corridor is one of the busiest in Central Ohio, connecting residents to jobs, neighborhoods and beloved Columbus destinations. It’s also the first corridor where COTA will introduce BRT, giving everyone a fast, frequent and affordable way to travel along one of Central Ohio’s key arteries. 


Experience what’s to come through a self-guided augmented reality tour! Now available at three different COTA stops along the corridor, the LinkUS augmented reality experience allows visitors to scan the adjacent areas and see station enhancements firsthand.

WEST BROAD

  • We are in the process of conducting one-on-one meetings with key stakeholders along the project corridor to provide information about the project and schedule. 
  • Be on the lookout for our team at your local bus stop! During July, we will be at bus stops along the West Broad BRT Corridor to gather input from current bus riders about upcoming West Broad BRT.

EAST MAIN

As design progresses on the East Main Bus Rapid Transit Corridor, we will be sharing the latest project updates at the following community events:



Stop by and say hi to learn more about the amenities and new mobility options East Main BRT brings to your community and watch out for more information on project-hosted community meetings later this summer!

At the State of the City, Mayor Andrew Ginther shared how COTA will link us to new opportunities, economic growth and more walkable communities where cars are optional and connection is everywhere, all through LinkUS.

Don’t take the bus? There are still many ways that LinkUS will make Central Ohio a better place for everyone, not just frequent bus riders. From a 45% increase in service (including on-demand rideshare zones) to more than 500 miles of sidewalk and bikeway improvements, LinkUS will increase connection for all and help control traffic congestion as our region grows.

It has been our pleasure to connect with hundreds of residents, business owners and other stakeholders across Central Ohio to share more about LinkUS, hear your feedback and help you learn about more COTA service, more sidewalks, bikeways and trails and what that means for our region.


Thanks to those who joined us for May and June sessions, including those who attended our Homeport, Mid-Ohio Food Collective, Columbus Impact and Bike Community Listening Sessions, met us at the Supplier Diversity Fair, Juneteenth and the Pride Festival and other events to learn how expanded COTA service and more sidewalks will serve Central Ohio.


SCHEDULE A LISTENING SESSION

Want to learn more and share your thoughts? Organizations and businesses looking to get involved can schedule a listening session to hear directly from LinkUS and give feedback.

REQUEST A SESSION

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