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🚇 Public Transport near Charlotte Douglas International Airport

CharlotteLast updated 2025-11-03 UTC

Charlotte Area Transit System

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Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is the official public transit operator serving Charlotte, North Carolina and the surrounding area. CATS provides integrated bus and light rail services, with direct bus routes connecting Uptown Charlotte and the LYNX Blue Line to Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Services are designed to accommodate both travelers and airport employees, offering accessible connections throughout the region.

🚍 Routes

Route 5 Sprinter (Airport)

Route 5 Sprinter provides limited-stop, high-frequency bus service between Charlotte Douglas International Airport and Uptown Charlotte, serving key stops on Wilkinson Boulevard and terminating at the Charlotte Transportation Center. The route is designed for travelers and airport employees, with amenities such as luggage racks and frequent departures.

🚏 Stops:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)Josh Birmingham Pkwy at Airport EntranceWilkinson Blvd & Boyer StWilkinson Blvd & Ashley RdWilkinson Blvd & S Summit AveCharlotte Transportation Center (CTC)

Route 60 Tyvola Road

Route 60 Tyvola Road provides direct bus service between Charlotte Douglas International Airport and the LYNX Tyvola Station on the Blue Line, offering connections to neighborhoods along Tyvola Road and Billy Graham Parkway. The route operates daily at regular intervals.

🚏 Stops:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)Josh Birmingham Pkwy at Airport EntranceBilly Graham Pkwy & Morris Field DrTyvola Rd & Yorkmont RdTyvola Rd & S Tryon StLYNX Tyvola Station

Silver Line (Future Light Rail)

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The planned Silver Line is a 29-mile light rail corridor intended to connect Charlotte Douglas International Airport with key destinations including Uptown Charlotte and surrounding communities. Due to airport layout, the station will not be directly at the terminal; additional transit will be required for final access. The project is under development and not yet operational.

🚏 Stops:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (future Silver Line station area)Morris FieldGateway11th StBojangles ColiseumMatthewsBelmont

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