Central to RTA’s regional transportation service are the Relax-and-Ride (R&R) regional express bus routes that connect the Nashville MTA system. Riders relax as they leave the driving to us. Additional routes are under study.
Riding the bus to work provides extra time in the morning to relax, catch up on work or enjoy the peace and quiet of the commute. RTA currently offers the following regional bus service between downtown Nashville and surrounding areas:
- Route 91X Franklin/Brentwood Express
- Route 92X Gallatin/Hendersonville Express
- Route 95X Spring Hill Express
- Route 96X Nashville/Murfreesboro Relax & Ride – Murfreesboro, Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU), Smyrna, La Vergne, Tennessee Rehabilitation Center
Please refer to General Policies below for additional information on using the regional bus services.
Route 91X Franklin/Brentwood Express
TO Nashville (Monday to Friday)
FROM Nashville (Monday to Friday)
* Music City Central is located at 400 Charlotte Ave.
No service on Saturdays, Sundays or holidays.
Park & Ride Lots
For the Route 91X Franklin/Brentwood Express, Park & Ride lots are available at the Williamson Square Kroger, Cool Springs Lowe’s and Civitan Ball Park. Each location has agreed to designate a portion of their parking lot for commuters’ use. Please park carefully so as not to obstruct traffic, and consider patronizing businesses at these locations as an expression of thanks. Remember, these spots are designated for your convenience and you park at your own risk.
Route 95X Spring Hill Express
TO Nashville (Monday to Friday)
FROM Nashville (Monday to Friday)
* Music City Central is located at 400 Charlotte Ave.
No service on Saturdays, Sundays or holidays.
Park & Ride Lots
For the Route 95X Spring Hill Express, Park & Ride lots are available at the Kroger on Port Royal in Spring Hill and Thompson’s Station Baptist Church. Each location has agreed to designate a portion of their parking lot for commuters’ use. Please park carefully so as not to obstruct traffic and consider patronizing stores at these locations as an expression of thanks. Remember, these spots are designated for your convenience and you park at your own risk.
Route 92X Gallatin/Hendersonville Express
TO Nashville (Monday to Friday)
FROM Nashville (Monday to Friday)
* Music City Central is located at 400 Charlotte Ave.
No service on Saturdays, Sundays or holidays.
Park & Ride Lots
For the Route 92X Gallatin/Hendersonville Express, Park & Ride lots are available in Gallatin at the Walmart parking lot at Belvedere and Nashville Pike, and in Hendersonville at the Kohl’s parking lot in the Glenbrook shopping area. Parking is in RTA-designated spaces at these locations. Please park carefully so as not to obstruct traffic and consider patronizing stores at these locations as an expression of thanks. Remember, these spots are designated for your convenience and you park at your own risk.
Route 96X Nashville/Murfreesboro Relax & Ride
TO Nashville (Monday – Friday)
* From Bell Road to downtown Nashville, this bus runs as an express and only stops to drop off passengers.
+ This bus serves Edge-O-Lake Plaza Park-n-Ride.
FROM Nashville (Monday – Friday)
+ This bus serves Edge-O-Lake Plaza Park-n-Ride.
No service on Saturdays, Sundays or holidays.
Park & Ride Lots
For Route 96X Nashville/Murfreesboro Relax & Ride, Park & Ride lots are available along the route at the Edge-O-Lake Plaza in Antioch, Kroger in La Vergne, and Kmart Shopping Center in Smyrna. Each location has agreed to designate a portion of their parking lot for commuters’ use. Please park carefully so as not to obstruct traffic and consider patronizing stores at these locations as an expression of thanks. Remember, these spots are designated for your convenience and you park at your own risk.
General Policies & Helpful Information
Fares
- Regular Fare One-way Ride Ticket – $3.50
- 20-Ride Pass – $60.00
- Children age 4 and under – No Charge
Please note: MTA passes are not valid on these routes.
Purchasing Tickets & Passes
You can purchase One-way Ride Tickets on all buses using cash (exact change required). You can purchase 20-Ride Passes at Music City Central, 400 Charlotte Ave., in downtown Nashville from 6 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, using exact cash, check, mobility check or money order.
You can also purchase 20-Ride Passes online at the MTA Web site. If you have questions, or do not receive your items within five days, please contact Customer Care at: 615-862-8833, or email rta@nashville.gov.
Bus Stop Signs
In Rutherford County, bus stops are marked with a bright blue R&R bus stop sign. The bus will also stop in Rutherford County if you flag it down along the route on Murfreesboro Road. (The bus operator will stop as close as it is safely possible). In Davidson County, the bus shares designated bus stops with the MTA. MTA bus stops are marked with a red diamond if the R&R bus stops there.
Weekly and Holiday Schedule
RTA R&R regional bus service operates weekdays only. There will be no service on New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, or Christmas.
Weather Policy
RTA R&R regional bus routes will not change due to weather. However, bad weather may delay or cancel service. For additional information concerning our weather policy, call RTA at 615-862-8833.
Lost Items?
Contact Lost and Found at 615-862-8833.
Pets Policy
Only service animals are permitted onboard.
Passengers with Disabilities
RTA R&R regional buses are equipped with wheelchair lifts.
Ridesharing
If the RTA R&R regional bus route does not meet your commute needs, there may be other options. Call the RIDE program at 615-862-8833 to find out if there is a potential carpool or vanpool for your work trip.
Emergency Ride Home
Are you a regular RTA R&R regional bus rider? Join the Emergency Ride Home program. You'll get a free ride home in case of an emergency, illness, or unexpected overtime (maximum 6 trips per year).
Customer Service
Should you need additional information, please call RTA (615-862-8833) or email us at rta@nashville.gov.
