The SMARTer Network is here!

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The SMARTer Network is here! -

The Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART) is Southeast Michigan's regional bus system. SMART was created in 1967 under Public Act 204 as Southeastern Michigan Transportation Authority (SEMTA). In 1989 Public Act 481 of 1988 amended Public Act 204, reorganizing SEMTA without the City of Detroit and SEMTA was renamed the Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART).  

SMART provides different types of transit services including; Fixed Route, Connector and ADA Paratransit and Community Transit services that have a combined ridership of nearly 11 million riders annually. Operating 234 Fixed Route buses on 47 routes, 7 days a week, 22 hours a day, SMART buses keep the region moving. Connector is designed for seniors and people with disabilities who can't access SMART's regular Fixed Route service. Additionally, our Community Partnership Program (CPP), offers a partnership with 76 municipalities and organizations to support local transit service by leveraging federal funding and returning those funds back to local communities to build their own transit program. 

What is the SMARTer Mobility Program

The SMARTer Mobility Program is an innovative initiative designed to enhance the current bus service by extending its reach to areas that may not warrant a traditional fixed-route bus system. The program addresses a crucial gap in public transportation, particularly for communities where the demand may not be sufficient for regular bus routes but where people still require access to recreational, educational, or employment opportunities. By reducing or even eliminating bus wait times, this flexible transportation option aims to make public transit more convenient and accessible for all. This not only empowers individuals who rely on public transport but also encourages a shift away from private car use, contributing to more sustainable urban mobility. 

The program will consist of a comprehensive evaluation of all SMARTs mobility modes, infrastructure, and routes.

Upcoming events

The SMARTer recommended network is here!

We will be hosting a series of in-person and online meetings to review the recommended network, discuss how it provides more reliable and better connected service, and take your comments!

Join us:

  • Monday, March 31 - Mount Clemens Public Library

  • Tuesday, April 1 - Pontiac Public Library

  • Wednesday, April 2 - Henry Ford Centennial Library

  • Thursday, April 3 - The Hawk, Farmington Hills Community Center

  • Thursday, April 10 - Online

Click on the event in the calendar to learn more.

Program Projects

Explore all open program projects

SMARTer Mobility Study

The mobility study is an evaluation of SMARTs multi-modal network.