Snow Route Detours: What Riders Need to Know This Winter
Friday, February 6, 2026
Categories: General
When winter weather hits, safety is our top priority. Snow, ice and poor road conditions can affect where and how CATA buses travel. That’s why we sometimes implement snow route detours — temporary changes to routes designed to keep riders and drivers safe during severe weather.
What are snow detours?
Snow detours adjust bus routing to avoid steep hills, narrow streets, and roads that are difficult to plow or maintain in winter conditions. While these detours may mean your bus skips certain stops, they help ensure service can continue safely across the system.
Routes with snow detours
When snow detours are in effect, the following routes may operate on alternate routing: 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 13, 22, 23, 24 and 26
How to stay informed
The best way to know if your route is affected is by checking CATA’s Rider Alerts page. This page is updated in real time with information about snow detours, service changes, and weather-related updates.
Bookmark these pages and check them before you ride:
Snow Safety Tips for Riders
- Your safety matters — especially in winter conditions. Keep these tips in mind when waiting for your bus:
- Never climb a snow mound at a bus stop or stand in an intersection or roadway to wait for a bus.
- If snow blocks your bus stop, walk to the nearest safe and cleared driveway or sidewalk.
- Make sure you are visible to your driver from a distance.
- Wave to hail your driver so they see you need a ride.
- Depending on conditions, your driver may need to stop before or past the spot where you are waiting.
Staying informed and following these safety tips helps everyone have a safer ride. Before heading out, always check Rider Alerts to see if your route is on a snow detour.