Release Date: December 10,2024
METRO RTA Achieves 23% Growth in Ridership, Demonstrating Strong Demand for Public Transit
Dec. 10, 2024, Akron, OH — METRO RTA is excited to report a 23% increase in ridership for 2024, reported by APTA (American Public Transportation Association), showing the growing demand for efficient, sustainable, and affordable transportation options in the Summit County area. This significant rise in passenger numbers reflects METRO’s commitment to improving the overall transit experience and meeting the needs of our community.
The increase in ridership follows METRO’s successful implementation of a system redesign in 2023, which focused on streamlining services, enhancing frequency, and expanding regional connections to Brimfield and Cuyahoga County. Additionally, by actively listening to the needs of our loyal transit passengers and their advocates, METRO was able to make improvements that better serve the community, contributing to the overall growth in ridership.
"We are thrilled to see such a strong increase in ridership, which reflects not only the hard work of our team but also the growing public demand for accessible and sustainable transportation options," said CEO Dawn Distler, "It’s an encouraging sign that our investments in service enhancements and upgrades are resonating with riders. As we continue to grow, we remain committed to offering a seamless and reliable transit experience for all passengers.”
Looking ahead, METRO plans to continue its expansion efforts by exploring additional service innovations and further improving its infrastructure to meet the evolving needs of riders. METRO RTA is the public transportation provider in Summit County. METRO enhances the quality of life for our community by providing innovative transportation solutions that are safe, equitable, dependable, cost-effective, and customer-focused, now and into the future.