New Online Tools
New Tools Help Metro Customers Stay Informed Webwatch, Facebook and Twitter Keep Customers Connected
The Metro is launching several new online services to help customers stay informed about Metro bus service.
WebWatch Real-Time Bus Tracking
Customers can track their buses online with the help of WebWatch. Metro customers can look up the route they want to catch, and see where the bus is in real time, and when it is expected at scheduled timepoints. Look for WebWatch in the Maps & Schedules section.
This tool uses satellite and GPS technology to track the location of a bus on a fixed route. WebWatch refreshes its information from Metro buses every minute. This feature will help customers know when to arrive at their stop. Customers can log on to WebWatch at work, school, home, or any other internet-friendly environment to get the next bus’ arrival time.
Customers can sign up to receive notifications via email of bus arrivals at any Metro stop. ADA accessible information is also available.
Twitter and Facebook
Customers can also connect to The Metro through two popular social networking websites, Twitter and Facebook.
Twitter is a micro-blogging website that allows users to read and send short messages or “tweets.” Users can send and receive tweets via the Twitter.com website, cell phone messaging services or other external applications. The Metro will use the service to primarily alert customers about temporary and permanent changes to Metro routes, and to post contests, promotions and other passenger information. Find us on Twitter, or search for “KCATAMetro” at http://www.twitter.com.
Facebook is an online gathering place where people share thoughts, photos and experiences with each other. Facebook users can easily become a fan of KCATA and share their thoughts about public transit. Find The Metro on Facebook.
For route and schedule information, contact the Regional Call Center at (816) 221-0660.
Bus Stops At 11th & Grand Move For Construction
Effective Tuesday, August 4, two bus stops at 11th & Grand will move due to construction at the northeast corner of the intersection. This will remain in effect until construction is completed.
The bus stop on the northbound side of Grand will move to the south side of the intersection on Grand. This affects #24-Independence, #30-Northeast, #55-Rockhill, #71-Prospect, #152-Lee’s Summit/Raytown Express, #170-Blue Springs Express, #471-71 Highway Express.
The MAX and Metro stop on 11th Street between McGee and Grand will move to the west side of the intersection on 11th Street. This affects MAX, #12-12th Street, #25-Troost, #51-Broadway, #51X-Ward Parkway Express, #109-9th Street, #110-Woodland/Brooklyn, and #129-I-29 Express.
For route and schedule information, contact the Regional Call Center at (816) 221-0660, weekdays from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. or visit http://www.kcata.org.
- Route Number: 109 Name: 9th Street
- Route Number: 110 Name: Woodland/Brooklyn
- Route Number: 12 Name: 12th Street
- Route Number: 129 Name: I-29 Express
- Route Number: 152 Name: Lee's Summit/Raytown Express
- Route Number: 170 Name: Blue Springs Express
- Route Number: 24 Name: Independence
- Route Number: 25 Name: Troost
- Route Number: 30 Name: Northeast
- Route Number: 471 Name: 71 Highway Express
- Route Number: 51 Name: Broadway
- Route Number: 51X Name: Ward Parkway Express
- Route Number: 55 Name: Rockhill
- Route Number: 71 Name: Prospect
- Route Number: MAX Name: MAX
