The Charlotte Area Transit System will implement single tracking and Rail Trail detours on the Blue Line from November 9 to November 13. This change will affect service between New Bern Station and Bland Station as part of ongoing system improvements.
During this period, customers will board and exit all Blue Line trains on the southbound platforms at impacted stations. More details are available on the CATS website here.
Press Release: Charlotte Area Transit System
Published November 6, 2026. Reproduced in full from the Charlotte Area Transit System.
Upcoming Single Tracking on CATS Blue Line
Rider’s Alert
Route: Blue Line
Effective: Nov. 9 to Nov. 13
This is a reminder that single tracking and Rail Trail detours will be in effect Monday, Nov. 9 through Friday, Nov. 13 between New Bern Station and Bland Station as part of ongoing system improvements on the Blue Line.
Full project details and the complete schedule are available on the CATS website.
Thank you for your patience as we keep the Queen City moving forward!
Single Track Information
During this period, customers will board and exit all Blue Line trains on the southbound platforms (toward I-485/South Blvd) at impacted stations.
Please allow extra travel time and follow station signage and announcements for boarding information.
Rail Trail Detours
CATS will implement temporary detours along the Rail Trail between the new pedestrian rail crossing and South End Cannon Pharmacy (2334 South Blvd) to support this work.
Need Help?
For any questions or concerns, reach out to CATS Customer Service by calling 704-336-7433 or emailing [email protected].
The City of Charlotte does not discriminate on the basis of disability. To request a reasonable accommodation or translation (free of charge), please email [email protected] or call 704-336-7433. Call Center open Monday through Friday 5:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 7 - 11:30 a.m. & 12:30 - 4 p.m.
