Kalkaska Area Transit

04/23/2026

⚠️FREE SHUTTLE SERVICE⚠️

The Kalkaska Area Transit, in partnership with the National Trout Festival, will provide free shuttle service on a 15 minute loop, in an ongoing effort to decrease traffic and parking issues at the Fairgrounds.

2 to 6 pm on Friday and 12 to 6 pm on Saturday!

Click the link to use our NTF shuttle map!

https://www.google.com/maps/@44.7367768,-85.1916052,1544m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m2!6m1!1s1XtKZyJVl1vFa4VreH1Dii2oGdSYmWsA?authuser=0&entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQyMC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D

04/16/2026

Fog can roll in fast and cut visibility in seconds.
Take your time. Getting there safe is what matters most.

04/15/2026

Due to ongoing flooding and multiple road closures across the county as of 4/15/26, we are currently unable to provide pick-ups on affected roads for the remainder of today.

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we continue to prioritize safety.

04/14/2026

Due to multiple road closures across the county from flooding, we are currently unable to provide pick-ups on affected roads. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we prioritize safety.

04/13/2026

Skip the pump, skip the stress! Ride smarter with Kalkaska Area Transit 🚍

With gas prices rising, KAT keeps you moving for less while you save more. Hop on and ride easy today!

04/13/2026

04/07/2026

✔️ Door-to-door rides
✔️ Flexible scheduling - call and book
✔️ County-wide service + trips to Traverse City
✔️ Medical rides available
✔️ Senior rides are free within the county

04/03/2026

We’ll handle the outside. You enjoy the ride inside.

04/01/2026

KAT is thrilled to introduced NAP ROUTES where drivers will dim the lights, spray essential oils, turn on soothing sounds and allow passengers to nap. 💤💤
There will be a snoring charge. 💸

April Fools 🙃 our buses are too fun to fall asleep on!

03/24/2026

We are Hiring!

Join the Kalkaska Area Transit team and make a difference in your community!

✅$19.50 an hour
✅ Must be 18 years or older
✅ Must pass a drug test
✅ Paid CDL training provided
✅ 40 hours of PTO available immediately
✅ Wage increase after 1 year
✅ Retirement plans available

Apply today and start a rewarding career with KAT!

https://www.indeed.com/job/part-time-bus-driver-294ca622aa259095

03/23/2026

Is winter finally packing its bags, or is it just taking a quick break before round two?

What do you think? Is spring is here or is there more snow to come? 🌸🌨