PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire Regional Transit Authority (BRTA) will continue to be fare free for Fixed Route Bus Services and ADA Complementary Paratransit Services.

 

Fare free transit service is made possible through funding awarded in the Governor's FY 26 Budget.

 

The impact of 8 months of fixed route fare free service in FY 25 increased ridership by 13.76 percent. FY 25 had 613,408 customers compared to FY 24 of 539,225, an increase of 74,183 rides. 

 

ADA Complementary ridership increased by 17.6 percent during this same time frame. FY 25 there was 31,631 customers compared to FY 24 of 26,897, an increase of 4,734 rides. Fare free service will continue through June 30, 2026.

 

If changes in funding availability occur, this date may have to change. This would be posted on buses, at the bus station, and on the website.