Midland Public Transit

06/22/2026

Fun Fact Public transit isn’t just about getting from point A to point B—it’s about building stronger, more connected communities. 🚌🚆

Every time we choose to ride instead of drive, we help reduce traffic, cut emissions, and make our cities more accessible for everyone. It’s a small decision that adds up to a big impact.

Let’s support better transit, cleaner air, and more equitable transportation options for all. Who else loves a good bus or car ride?

06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day!

06/19/2026

We will be closed today, June 19th, in observance of Juneteenth. See you all on Monday, the 22nd!

06/15/2026

It's Rail Safety Week and we've got the info to keep you in the know! 🚂🚂

🔸Freight trains don't travel at fixed times, and schedules for passenger trains often change. Always expect a train at each highway-rail intersection at any time.

🔸It takes the average freight train traveling at 55 mph more than a mile—the length of 18 football fields—to stop. Trains cannot stop quickly enough to avoid a collision.

🔸The average locomotive weighs about 400,000 pounds or 200 tons. This makes the weight ratio of a car to a train proportional to that of a soda can to a car. We all know what happens to a soda can when it is hit by a car.

🔸A train can extend three feet or more beyond the steel rail, side-to-side. The safety zone for pedestrians is well beyond the three-foot mark.

🔸Today's trains are quieter than ever, producing no telltale "clackety-clack." Any approaching train is always closer, moving faster, than you think.

🔸Remember to cross train tracks ONLY at designated pedestrian or roadway crossings and obey all warning signs and signals posted there.

🔸All train tracks are private property. Never walk on tracks; it's illegal trespass and highly dangerous.

🔸Stay alert around railroad tracks. Refrain from texting, using headphones or other distractions that would prevent you from hearing an approaching train.

🔸Trains have the right of way 100% of the time.

06/08/2026

To celebrate National Safety Month we invite you to test your knowledge with this Myth vs Fact Quiz.

The National Safety Council is the leading nonprofit safety advocate. We focus on eliminating the leading causes of preventable injuries and deaths.

06/02/2026

Happy Work-iversary, Larry! 🚌

05/25/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, our office and transit services will be closed today and reopen on Tuesday, the 26th.

05/18/2026

🚍 Transit Service in Howard County

We provide public transit service throughout Howard County, including St. Paul, Boelus, Cotesfield, Dannebrog, Elba, and Farwell.

💵 Fare Rates:
In-town (St. Paul): $2.00 per boarding
In-county: $8.00

Out-of-County Destinations:
Grand Island: $12.00
Hastings: $25.00
Kearney: $30.00
Lincoln: $50.00
Lexington: $55.00
Omaha: $70.00

🩺 Medical Appointments:
We accept Medicaid for eligible rides to medical appointments.

⭐ Did You Know?
The Howard County seat of St. Paul wasn’t named for a saint or the Minnesota city. It was named after two brothers, James and Nicholas Paul, who founded the community.

📞 Call to schedule a ride or learn more about transit options in your area. 1-888-997-1655

05/11/2026

Happy National Mobility Awareness Month! This month encourages awareness of mobility solutions available in communities, particularly for individuals with disabilities. 🧑‍🦽‍➡♿🚐

At Midland Public Transit, we’ve got a fleet full of wheelchair accessible vehicles to make sure everyone can get around comfortably and easily. We’re here to help meet your needs and keep our community moving!

05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day!