Mountain Transit Authority

Mountain Transit Authority

We provide bus and NEMT services in all counties within our current service area. We are committed to ensuring that everyone in our communities has access to the care they need—no matter where they live.

Our Mission Statement

To provide safe and dependable public transportation in the three-county area served in the most cost-efficient manner possible, and to provide courteous and professional service to our customers.

Mountain Transit Authority is committed to provide our patrons various routes, schedules and services. 

Quick Facts

Public Transportation Service Types

Deviated Fixed Route:

A Deviated Fixed Route follows a designated path and schedule, but it allows the bus to "deviate" off the main route up to 3/4 of a mile to pick up or drop off riders who request it.

Flag Stop:

A Flag Stop doesn't require a formal bus stop. Instead, riders can "Flag" or wave down the bus at a safe location along the route.

Demand Response:

Demand Response service where riders call and request trips with our dispatch office. Some locations require at least 24hr notice before the ride, Check the route guide for specific requirements or call our office for additional information.

For more information, visit the Rider Info page

Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT)

Getting to the doctor isn't always easy-especially for those who live alone, don't drive, or face mobility challenges. That is where NEMT comes in. We provide safe, reliable rides to essential medical services such as:

  • Doctor & Dental appointments
  • Dialysis and chemotherapy
  • Mental Health Counseling
  • Physical Therapy
  • (Pre-approved) Prescription Pickups 

For more information, visit the NEMT details page

Board of Directors

Mark Gillespie

President

Greenbrier County

Wayne Halstead

Vice President

City of Summersville

Angie Short

Secretary/Treasurer

City of Summersville

Amy Grose

Board Member

City of Summersville

Misty Hill

Board Member

City of Lewisburg

David Smith

Board Member

City of Ronceverte

MTA Historical Summary

  • November 1977:  MTA began its first route between Summersville and Montgomery.  MTA offered service to five counties at this time:  Fayette, Greenbrier, Nicholas, Pocahontas, and Webster

  • 1985: Scott McNeil, MTA Manager, resigns 

  • 1986: Carl Gainer, Jr. is hired as MTA Manager

  • June 1990: Carl Gainer, Jr. resigns

  • July 1990:  MTA was placed under Region IV Planning & Development Council’s umbrella to help train and oversee new management

  • 1993:  MTA separated from Region IV Planning & Development Council

  • 1995 – 1996:  MTA establishes a demonstration transportation project in Beckley, WV

  • 1998:  MTA moved into its permanent office/garage facility located in Summersville

  • August 2001:  MTA established the Lewisburg/Fairlea shuttle

  • 2003:  MTA ends service in Pocahontas County due to lack of ridership

  • October 2003:  MTA begins non-emergency medical transportation service

  • November 2012:  MTA celebrates 35 years of service

  • January 2014:  MTA ends its Summersville/Montgomery and Oak Hill/Montgomery routes due to lack of ridership

  • July 2014:  MTA begins a route in western Greenbrier County which serves Quinwood, Rainelle, Rupert and Lewisburg

  • July 2015:  Ashley Funk is hired as MTA Assistant Manger

  • July 2015:  MTA ends service in Fayette County due to the area being reclassified as Metropolitan Planning Organization (urban)

  • June 2016:  MTA ends service in western Greenbrier County due to extremely low ridership

  • June 2016:  The region experienced a 1000-year storm which caused significant flooding within MTA’s service area, especially in the Richwood area.  Although this did not directly impact MTA or its services, it did affect many residents/riders

  • July 2016:  the Summersville Loop route begins

  • April 2017:  MTA began a dedicated shopping run for residents of Richwood.  This route did not last but a few months due to very low ridership.

  • November 2017:  MTA celebrates 40 years of service

  • June 30, 2018:  William “Bill” Mauzy retires after 41 years of service to MTA.  He was originally hired as a route supervisor in Lewisburg; became Assistant Manager in 1990; and (as previously listed) became MTA manager in 2011.

  • July 1, 2018:  Ashley Funk is promoted to Manager

  • August 10, 2018:  Ashley Funk resigns as Manager and leaves employment with MTA

  • October 15, 2018:  Tim Thomas is hired as General Manager

  • September 30, 2019: Started serving Pocahontas County

  • November 2, 2020: Started route from Pocahontas County to Greenbrier Valley Airport and Lewisburg, WV. Started expanded service to Cleveland, WV (Webster Co.)

  • November 2021: New MTA Fayette County Service, Montgomery to Fayetteville Walmar