Transit Center closes for renovations, relocates downtown bus loading
Riding city buses in Lexington is going to look different for the rest of the year.
The Lexington Transit Center located downtown on Vine Street, which is where Lextran city buses make their connecting stops, will be closed for renovation starting this week.
Starting April 10, buses will load behind the transit center on High Street and Martin Luther Kind Boulevard.
Renovations started April 7 and are expected to last eight months. There will be no public restrooms, indoor waiting area or water fountains, along with limited seating and shelter during construction. More than 1,000 people use the Transit Center daily, Lextran General Manager Fred Combs said in a news release.
The renovations are estimated to cost $2.4 million, according to Lextran.
Bus passes won’t be available for purchase at the Transit Center. Passengers can buy a pass at the administrative offices at 200 W Loudon Ave, or pay with cash when boarding the bus. Bus rides are $1.
“We know this transition will require patience, and we appreciate our riders and staff for adapting with us,” Combs said.
“Our goal is to build a Transit Center that truly meets Lexington’s needs today and in the future. By the end of this project, riders will have a more modern, efficient and welcoming space—one that makes public transit an even more convenient and reliable choice for our city.”
This is the first major renovation project at the Transit Center since it opened 34 years ago. Updates will include renovations to the restrooms, employee break room and customer service space. The center will also have a new designated space for future retail where bus riders can buy snacks and drinks.
This story was originally published April 10, 2025 at 11:49 AM.