BARTA participated in the Berks County Area Agency on Aging Open House today! We enjoyed sharing information about BARTA Special Services, our Shared-Ride service, and the Senior Citizen Free Ride Program. We're glad we could be part of this event!

‼️ ATTENTION CUSTOMERS: Feedback Friday is TODAY in the Customer Waiting area @ the BTC! Come with any comments, suggestions, or questions you have about BARTA. We will be there from 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM. See you there!

Did You Know? The Womelsdorf Park-n-Ride is 1 out of 5 Park-n-Ride lots that BARTA offers for customers to use along some of our bus routes. Give it a try for your next trip!

BARTA’s Route & Schedules Changes are APPROVED! The SCTA Board approved the Route & Schedule Changes on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. The new changes will go into effect Monday, January 4, 2027. Approved Route & Schedule Changes Rider Alert: bartabus.com/bartas-approved…

‼ Detour Alert ‼ The Reading Royals Opening Night & Block Party will take place on Saturday, October 24, 2026. The detour will begin at 2:30 PM until approx. 7:00 PM. For more detour information, visit: bartabus.com/news-updates/re…

A look into Route 14's September Ridership: 13,903 miles traveled and 853 hours operated!

📢 Public Hearing TODAY! Reminder: The public hearing regarding BARTA's Proposed Route & Schedules changes is happening today. 📅 Today, October 19, 2026 🕓 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM 📍 1700 N. 11th Street, Reading

Route 14 - Wernersville via Sinking Spring Highlight of the Week! 🚌 This route travels to Redner’s, Knitting Mills, Sinking Spring Plaza, Phoebe Berks Village, Wernersville Hospital, and Womelsdorf Park-n-Ride.

Our next Feedback Friday is ONE WEEK from today! On Friday, October 23, BARTA Customers can share comments, suggestions, or questions with our Operations Staff. A session will be held in the Customer Waiting area @ the BTC from 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM. Hope to see you there!

Shillington Shopping Center has been part of the community for decades. Pictured in the 1950s, is the Food Fair and W. T. Grant Co., two stores that once stood in this center. Today, Route 11 continues to serve the shopping center, keeping the longtime destination accessible.

Today, BARTA participated in the Berks Technical Institute Career Fair! Our team connected with BTI students to discuss employment opportunities and share information about BARTA's bus service. 🚍

‼ Detour Alert ‼ The Glow Block Party & 5K Run will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2026. The following bus routes will detour: 12/Lincoln Park via Reading Hospital 14/Wernersville via Sinking Spring 15/Berkshire Mall 16/Broadcasting Square bartabus.com/news-updates/gl…

Check out the amount of trips Route 11 took in September 2026!

Route 11 - Mohnton via Shillington Highlight of the Week! 🚌 This route travels to South Reading, Lancaster Avenue, Ollie's Bargain Outlet, Mohnton, Shillington Shopping Center, and Governor Mifflin School District.

BARTA is operating REGULAR SERVICE TODAY - Columbus Day, Monday, October 12, 2026.

Route 8 offers a variety of local restaurants along the route. Next time you ride, try out a new spot! 🍽️

BARTA will operate regular service on Columbus Day, Monday, October 12, 2026.

Route 8 operates every day of the week, with 19 weekday trips, 13 Saturday trips, and 7 Sunday trips!

Celebrate Week Without Driving by tracking your BARTA bus trips with Commute PA! 🏅🙌 Commute PA is a FREE program that offers services to make commuting more accessible & sustainable in several counties throughout PA! Visit commutepa.org/ to learn more & join today!

‼ Detour Alert ‼ Due to parking lot construction at Shillington Commons, Route 9/Grill via Kenhorst will detour from October 6 through approx. October 17, 2026. For detour information, visit: bartabus.com/news-updates/ro…