Plan a Trip Next Arrival Time (Text Message)

The system tracks buses on their routes at least every 10 seconds. The accuracy of predictions varies depending upon many factors including changes in traffic patterns, accidents, detours etc. The closer the bus is to your stop the more accurate the prediction. Generally the service is accurate to within a couple of minutes.

For operational efficiency, many buses change routes when in service, especially approaching downtown. If your stop is just after the point where a bus changes route numbers, the arrival estimates may not be accurate. We hope this service helps our customers, but keep in mind the times provided are estimates and certain situations including traffic delays can decrease the accuracy.

I confirm that I hold the account corresponding to the mobile phone number I have entered, or that I have the account holder’s permission to use this service. By entering your phone number, you acknowledge that you agree to terms and conditions of service.

The VIA Next Bus system provides mobile users and VIA Metropolitan Transit riders the ability to retrieve the next bus schedule information of a provided bus stop. The request will be sent from the mobile phone to the 52020 short code providing the stop number in the message body.

Text STOP at anytime to 52020 to end use of the service. A confirmation text will then be sent to you stating that your request has been received. To reactivate the service text START to 52020. Also text HELP at anytime to 52020 to request help in using the VIA Next Bus system. Users may also call 1-866-362-2020 for further assistance using VIA’s Next Bus system.

There is no cost from VIA to use this service, however, message and data rates may apply. Charges are dependent on your service plan which may include fees from your carrier to send and receive text messages. There will be one (1) Text message sent per Next Bus Request.

The VIA Next Bus System will be available to users of the following mobile networks: Alltel, Appalachian Wireless, AT&T, Bluegrass Cellular, Boost Mobile, Cellcom, Cellular South, Centennial Wireless, Cincinnati Bell, GCI, Immix Wireless, Inland Cellular, IV Cellular, Nex-Tech Wireless, Nextel Communications, nTelos, Revol Wireless, Sprint PCS, T-Mobile, U.S. Cellular, United Wireless, Verizon Wireless, Virgin Mobile USA, and West Central Wireless.

VIA does not sell or distribute cell phone numbers without prior approval from the end user. VIA will not direct market to end users any services for which the end user has not opted in either by cell phone, text message or e-mail. VIA will not disclose or distribute any personal information about an end user, including phone number, name, billing information or any other identifying information.