Service Alert: BATA is excited to announce that limited service will resume with a delayed start at 9 a.m. on March 18. That includes limited Link, Bayline (with 30 minute frequency at :00 and :30), and City and Village Loop service (A buses only – with the first Village Loop departures at 10:30 a.m. from Hall Street). The BATA Scheduling voicemail (noon to 6 p.m.) and the BATA Link app are now live taking ride requests for March 18. Please note that some bus stops may be temporarily inaccessible. We appreciate everyone’s patience as we bring services back online. Call BATA Customer Service at 231-941-2324 or visit bata.net to learn more. (Updated: 03.17.26)

Service Alert: BATA will again be suspending service on Tuesday, March 17 due to ongoing hazardous road and weather conditions. This decision was not made lightly after continued discussions with Emergency Services and the Road Commission. We are also unable to access many stop locations throughout our network. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding as we keep the safety of our riders and staff our top priority. BATA’s Walk-In Hiring Event is also canceled for tomorrow. Tentatively plans are to open Link scheduling for Wednesday, March 18 around noon on Tuesday.  Please call 231.941.2324 or visit www.bata.net for more information and updates. (Updated 03.16.26)