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    Ride for Free With Your BuckID

    Your BuckID is your all-access pass to Columbus. Just swipe it when you board, and you’re on your way — no cost, no hassle. Whether you’re heading to an event, grabbing food or exploring the city, COTA gets you there.

    You must be enrolled in a class on main campus for the current semester and have the COTA fee listed on your statement of account to use your BuckID on COTA.

    How to Ride COTA

    Riding COTA is easy! Simply hop on with your BuckID, swipe it on the validator and you’re on your way. Want to track your bus or plan your route? Check out the Transit app for real-time info.

    Perks of Public Transit

    • Save Money: No need to pay for parking, gas or ride-shares.
    • Go Beyond Campus: Visit Short North, Downtown, Easton and more.
    • Easy & Reliable: Just swipe your BuckID and go.
    • Free Wi-Fi: Stay connected with free, 5G Wi-Fi.
    • Sustainable Travel: Reduce your carbon footprint and help keep Columbus green.

    Discover the Best of Columbus

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    Short North Arts District

    The go-to spot for nightlife, boutique shopping, art galleries and trendy restaurants.

    Lines: 1, 2, 4, 5, 8, 12 & 102

    Stops:

    • N. High/W. 5th
      • Nearby: Paulie Gees, Short North Stage
    • N. High/W. 4th
      • Nearby: Standard Hall, Goody Boy
    • N. High/E. 2nd
      • Nearby: Mikey’s Late Night, Oddfellows
    • N. High/Warren St.
      • Nearby: Press Grill, Graduate by Hilton
    • N. High/E. Russell
      • Nearby: Happy Greek, Chase, First Commonwealth

    Arena District

    Home to sports, concerts and entertainment venues like Nationwide Arena, KEMBA Live! and Huntington Park.

    Lines: 3, 8

    Stops:

    • Neil/Broadbelt
      • Nearby: Huntington Park, Kemba Live!, Lower.com Field (0.6-mile walk)
    • Nationwide/McConnell + McConnell/Nationwide
      • Nearby: Nationwide Arena, Lower.com Field (0.6-mile walk)
    • Neil/Vine
      • Nearby: Kemba Live!, A&R Music Bar

    Downtown Columbus

    Features parks, museums, theaters and lively restaurants, plus easy access to events and festivals.

    Lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 12, 102 & CMAX

    Stops:

    • S. High/E. State
      • Nearby: Ohio Theatre, Columbus Commons
    • N.High/Spruce, N.High/Swan
      • Nearby: North Market
    • E. Broad/Washington
      • Columbus Museum of Art
    • W.Broad/Front
      • Palace Theatre, Columbus City Council
    • E. Town/S. Grant
      • Nearby: Columbus Metropolitan Library, Topiary Park

    Franklinton

    A growing creative hub with breweries, art spaces and immersive experiences.

    Lines: 3, 6, 9, 10 & 12

    Stops:

    • W. Rich/Lucas
      • Nearby: Yellowbrick Pizza, 400 West Rich, Land Grant
    • W. Rich/McDowell
      • Nearby: One Line Coffee, BrewDog, Wild Goose Creative
    • W. Rich/S. Skidmore
      • Nearby: Dodge Park Community Center, Dodge SkatePark
    • W. Broad/Rodgers + W. Broad/Hawkes
      • Nearby: Tommy’s Diner
    • W. Broad/Belle
      • Nearby: NVMM, COSI
    • McKinley/McKinley Transportation
      • Nearby: COTA

    German Village

    A historic district known for its brick streets, cozy coffee shops and local favorites.

    Lines: 8

    Stops:

    • S. High/Greenlawn
      • Nearby: Thurman Cafe, Fox and the Snow
    • S. High/Stewart
      • Nearby: Schiller Park
    • S. High/E. Columbus
      • Nearby: Schmidt’s Sausage
    • S. High/E. Sycamore + S. High/W. Sycamore
      • Book Loft of German Village

    Easton Town Center

    A massive shopping and entertainment district with everything from high-end stores to casual eats.

    Lines: 7, 9 23, 24, 25, 31, 32, 34 & 35

    Stops:

    • Easton Way/Easton Square Place
      • Nearby: Cheesecake Factory, Easton Town Center
    • Easton Way/Morse Crossing
      • Nearby: Trader Joe’s, Easton Town Center
    • Morse Crossing/Morse
      • Nearby: Target, Lowe’s
    • Steltzer/Worth
      • Nearby: Costco, Dick’s Sporting Goods
    • Steltzer at Sam’s/4180 Stelzer
      • Nearby: Walmart, Sam’s Club

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    COTA on Campus

    Moritz College of Law

    Stop 1297 N. High/Chittenden

    Lines: 1, 2, 8, 22 & 102

    Stop 1188: N. High/Chittenden

    Lines: 1, 2 & 102

    Bowen House

    Stop: 7537: N. High/W. Lane

    Lines: 1, 2 & 31

    Jesse Owens Recreation Center North

    Stop 7538: W. Lane/Neil Ave.

    Line: 1

    Stop 7539: W. Lane/Neil Ave.

    Line: 1

    Varsity Club

    Stop 7541: W. Lane/Tuttle

    Line: 1

    Stop 7542: W. Lane/Tuttle

    Line: 1

    Schottenstein Center

    Stop 7545: W. Lane/Olentangy

    Line: 1

    Stop 3524: W. Lane/Olentangy

    Line 1

    Woody Hayes Athletic Center

    Stop 6352: Olentangy/Argyll

    Line: 1

    Stop 6351: Olentangy/Argyll

    Line 1

    CAS

    Stop: 4350: Olentangy/Burnbrae

    Line: 1

    OSU Field Hockey/Tennis

    Stop: 7547: Olentangy/Ackerman

    Line: 1

    Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum

    Stop 1190: N. High/15th

    Lines: 1, 2 & 31

    Weigel Hall

    Stop 1295: N. High/15th

    Lines: 1, 2 & 31

    Newport Music Hall

    Stop 1189: N. High/13th

    Lines: 1, 2 & 31

    Ohio Union

    Stop 1296: N. High/13th

    Lines: 1, 2 & 31

    Buckeye Donuts

    Stop 3957: N. High/18th

    Lines: 1, 2, 31 & 102

    Northwood High Building

    Stop 1292: N. High/Northwood

    Lines: 2 & 31

    OSU School of Medicine

    Stop 8166: Neil/W. 10th

    Lines: 8, 22 & 31

    Neil Building

    Stop 6356: Neil/W. 10th

    Lines: 8, 22 & 31

    Morrison Tower

    Stop: 8164: W 11th/Worthington

    Lines: 8, 22 & 31

    Siebert Tower

    Stop 8163: W 11th/Worthington

    Lines: 8, 22 & 31

    Keith B Key Center for Student Learning

    Stop 3812: 12th/N. High

    Lines: 8, 22 & 31

    Stop 8165: 12th/College

    Lines: 8, 22 & 31

    Ohio State University Bookstore / Gateway Film Center

    Stop 4625: 11th/N. High

    Lines: 8 & 22

    Stop 7594: 11th/N. High

    Lines: 8 & 22

    Ohio State University Hospital

    Stop 5795: Medical Center/Old Cannon

    Lines: 22 & 31

    Stop 6000: Medical Center/Old Cannon

    Lines: 22 & 31

    Graves Hall

    Stop 5234: W 9th/Medical Center

    Lines: 22 & 31

    Stop 5999: W 9th/Medical Center

    Lines: 22 & 31

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