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The Franklin Authority has approved the popular Franklin Transit Lunchtime Shuttle to continue to run through June 30, 2026.   The free shuttle service operates Monday through Friday each week.  It began September 15, 2025, connecting Downtown Franklin and The Factory, running every 15 minutes between 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.  Hundreds use the service each week to travel through the busy…

The purpose of this RFP is to solicit proposals for the purchase of 12 +2 cutaway buses to providetransportation services to the Franklin Transit Authority and its riders. The Franklin Transit Authority (FrTA) looks to procure three (3) 12 +2 cutaway buses with the option to purchase up to three (3) additional buses if available…

Lunchtime just got more exciting in Franklin with the launch of a new free pilot shuttle service connecting Downtown Franklin and The Factory. Beginning September 15, the shuttle will run every 15 minutes between 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., making it easier than ever to enjoy lunch, shopping, and exploring both Main Street and The Factory destinations. The shuttle loop will start…

The Franklin Transit Authority is pleased to announce the appointment of Deanna Lambert to the Franklin Transit Authority. John Schroer, Franklin Transit Authority Chairman, said: “It is an honor to welcome Deanna Lambert as a member of the Franklin Transit Authority. Deanna’s experience in communications relations and public engagement in government, transportation and the private…

Franklin, TN – The Franklin Transit Authority is pleased to announce the appointment of Leya White to the Franklin Transit Authority. John Schroer, Franklin Transit Authority Chairman, said: “We are so honored to welcome Leya White as a member of the Franklin Transit Authority. Leya’s legacy of experience in our educational sectors serving the Franklin…

Franklin, TN – Transit Equity Day is a national observance of action observed on February 4th to celebrate the life of Rosa Parks on her birthday. Franklin Transit Authority will honor Rosa Parks’ legacy to transit equity by offering Free Rides on all Franklin Transit Fixed Routes all day on Tuesday, February 4th.  Rosa Parks…

Franklin Transit announces the return of its summer Tweens and Teens promotion. Starting immediately youth, ages 12 to 18, can ride Franklin Transit’s fixed routes for half-price: one-way fares for 50-cents. Transit riders can maximize local intermodal transportation, as all fixed route transit vehicles are equipped with bicycle racks. The racks, designed for easy loading…

Franklin, TN –   Franklin Transit Authority is partnering with the Main Street Festival to provide Park and Ride shuttle services to and from the Festival.    Shuttle Services will begin at 10:00 am Saturday morning, April 22 and 11:00 am Sunday morning, April 23.  Shuttle rides are $1 per person, each way.  Pick up locations…

Franklin Transit is looking for drivers to be part of the best driver team in Franklin moving residents throughout the Franklin and Cool Springs area. Drivers have great benefits, flexible shifts Monday – Friday and no Sunday schedules. Drivers complete their shifts by 6:20 pm daily. For more information and to apply: Email – shiggs@tmagroup.org or mjohnston@tmagroup.org  Or…

On Saturday and Sunday, September 24 and 25, Franklin Transit will offer $1 rides on shuttles running to and from Liberty Elementary to The Factory at Franklin for Pilgrimage attendees. The operating hours for the shuttle will be: Saturday, September 24: 10:00 am to 10:30 pm Sunday, September 25: 10:00 am to 8:30 pm The…