The public is invited to join Lawrence Transit at the official grand opening of Central Station at an event on Saturday, March 23, starting at 10 a.m. The new bus facility is located at the southeast corner of Bob Billings Parkway and Crestline Drive.

Central Station Grand Opening
10 a.m. on Saturday, March 23
2315 Bob Billings Parkway
Limited parking. Please ride the bus!
RSVP to info@lawrencetransit.org or (785) 864-4644

Very limited parking is available at the site, so attendees are encouraged to ride the bus. Transit staff will be downtown at 7th & Vermont to help riders catch the bus at 9:30 a.m. A shuttle will leave the Lied Center, Parking Lot B, every 10 minutes from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Attendees are asked to RSVP to info@lawrencetransit.org or by calling (785) 864-4644.

“Central Station sets a new standard for the convenience and comfort of transit in Lawrence,” said Adam Weigel, Transit & Parking Manager. “A unique part of this facility is just how many partnerships add to its quality. We’re excited to welcome the public to see how Central Station helps people make connections to other services and amenities beyond the bus.”

Central Station has eight covered bays for Lawrence Transit buses, as well as bays for the K-10 Connector and Greyhound services. Amenities include public restrooms, an indoor waiting area, a free naloxone vending machine, free library books, bike racks and bike lockers, and digital signs with bus arrival information.

Bus drivers now have access to improved features, including restrooms and a breakroom. Lawrence Transit worked with Tyler Kimball from Monarch Glass Studio to produce several works of blown glass art that are incorporated into the site.

To get help planning a trip on the bus or for more information, visit www.lawrencetransit.org or call (785) 864-4644. Find Lawrence Transit on Facebook: @LawrenceTransit and on Twitter: @TransitLawrence.

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