WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Winston-Salem leaders have approved a new $2 fare for a microtransit service designed to expand public transportation options beyond fixed bus routes.
The Winston-Salem Transit Authority program, approved by City Council, will operate as an on-demand, shared ride service similar to Uber or Lyft, offering transportation in areas where traditional bus service is limited or unavailable. City officials say the service could begin as early as next week.
The initiative is part of a broader effort to improve transit efficiency and access, following the City Council’s adoption of the WSTA Vision Network plan in 2025. The plan focuses on strengthening high-ridership corridors while introducing flexible options in lower-density areas…