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Monday 5am - 6pm Tuesday 5am - 6pm Wednesday 5am - 6pm Thursday 5am - 6pm Friday 5am - 6pm

Brookings Area Transit Authority

Name: Brookings Area Transit Authority
Address: 1313 Western Avenue, Brookings, SD, 57006, US
Telephone: +16056922222
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BATA is a local 501(c)(3) which offers transportation services to citizens of Brookings county. Drivers cannot take ride information.

Scheduling Rides within the
Brookings City Limits

Advance reservations may be made by calling dispatch at 605-692-2222 by 5:00PM the day before a ride is needed. When scheduling your ride please provide the dispatcher with your first and last name, your appointment time, number of passengers, and your destination. BATA requires your pick-up time to be a half hour before your appointment. For example, if you have an appointment at 10:00AM then your scheduled pick up time would be 9:30AM. Please Note: If you need to schedule a ride or make changes to an existing ride, you must contact dispatch. Travel outside of Brookings County can be arranged by calling dispatch at 605-692-2222. All out of County rides must be scheduled 48 hours in advance. Monday transportation must be scheduled by 6:00PM on Friday. Service Hours
Hours of service for BATA are:
Monday through Friday 5:00AM – 6:00PM
Saturday and Sunday closed

Hours of service for scheduling rides are:
Monday through Friday from 7:00AM - 5:00PM

Holidays in which service may be limited or suspended include: New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Day

Service hours and holiday schedule are subject to change.

10/23/2026

A black backpack was found on the east side of town near HyVee and brought to the BATA office. Is this yours? Please contact us to reclaim. We'll keep it safe and dry!

10/21/2026

I know I have been posting some updates, but after a marathon weekend here at BATA; all offices are finished with just a little tidying up on one. Just the board room to finish this week yet. A good afternoon or morning should finish it up! So much quieter in the office, so worth the upgrade!!

10/18/2026

Slowly but surely. It's coming together. I might have to have words with whomever put the last carpet in!! Slightly overkill on the glue!!

10/14/2026

🚌 BATA: More Than a Ride — An Essential Part of the Brookings Community! 💙

When you think of BATA, we hope you think of more than just a bus. We hope you think of independence, opportunity, connection, and community.

Every day, BATA helps people get to work, attend appointments, go shopping, access essential services, and stay connected to the people and places that matter most.

For some, we’re a ride to work that makes earning a paycheck possible. For others, we’re a trip to a medical appointment, a way to get groceries, or the connection that helps them remain independent and active in our community.

Our services support seniors, individuals with disabilities, students, workers, families, and people from all walks of life. Behind every ride is a person with somewhere to go, something to accomplish, or someone counting on them.

Public transportation isn't just about getting from Point A to Point B. It's about making sure people have access to the opportunities that help our community thrive.

Brookings is stronger when everyone has a way to participate, contribute, and stay connected. We're proud to play a part in making that happen.

Thank you to our passengers, employees, community partners, and supporters who make this mission possible. Together, we're building a community where transportation opens doors rather than creates barriers.

🚌 BATA — Making public transit the first choice, not the last resort!

10/08/2026

Finally getting around to some new flooring in the offices and break room. Had to try the breakroom first to get my practice in. 1 room down 7 to go!! Could be a lengthy project working around staff!

It's been a long time coming since we moved in to the new building.

If anyone likes removing old carpet, or has a strong back and weak mind... We have 5 offices with carpet that needs to be removed! Hahaha!!

10/02/2026

Its a beautiful day for a preschool field trip to Berndt's Farm pumpkin patch!

09/03/2026

BATA will be closed on Monday, September 7th, in observance of Labor Day.
🚐 Life-saving transportation for dialysis will still be provided as scheduled.
We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable Labor Day! 🇺🇸
Thank you to our riders, drivers, and community for your continued support of BATA!

09/02/2026

A gentle reminder.... BATA will be closed Monday, Sept. 7th in observance of Labor Day.
(Life saving dialysis transportation will still be provided.)

08/17/2026

One of our long-time passengers, Millie, passed away on Friday, 8/14. She was 75.

Millie has been riding BATA for 20+ years. The statistics in our current software only goes back to 2012, but... who has the most BATA rides in the history of BATA?? The answer is Millie... 10,137 rides ... since January 1, 2012.

When you ask a BATA Driver or Dispatcher, "who is your favorite passenger?" Millie's name is the answer from the majority of us. She had a quick wit, a small stature but the spirit of a lion, was always keeping our team on their toes, and was helpful to new employees.

Millie loved giving and sharing with others. She used BATA to get around to her volunteer programs throughout the community and her church. She also loved visiting the employees at the grocery store every day, which she called her "kids". Even though she didn't really need to go grocery shopping every day, she went every day anyway to see the employees and visit with the BATA drivers on the way.

Millie will always have a special place in the BATA family... She will be missed by all of us.

07/16/2026

🚐🎉 **Happy Rural Transit Day!** 🎉🚐

Today, we celebrate the vital role rural public transportation plays in keeping our communities connected.

Every day, rural transit helps people get to work, medical appointments, school, the grocery store, and countless other destinations that keep life moving. It's more than just a ride—it's independence, opportunity, and connection.

At **Brookings Area Transit Authority (BATA)**, we're proud to serve Brookings and the surrounding communities, providing safe, reliable transportation to thousands of riders each year. Thank you to our amazing drivers, dispatchers, mechanics, and support staff who make it all possible!

Whether you've ridden with us once or every week, **thank you for letting us be part of your journey.**

Here's to keeping rural communities connected—today and every day.

Address

1313 Western Avenue
Brookings, SD
57006

Opening Hours

Monday	5am - 6pm
Tuesday	5am - 6pm
Wednesday	5am - 6pm
Thursday	5am - 6pm
Friday	5am - 6pm

Telephone

+16056922222

Website

http://www.batabus.com/

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