Lakewood is served by the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (GCRTA). Their service includes five bus lines (the 25, 26/26A, 55A/55B/55C, 78, and 83) pass through Lakewood with several stops on each line.
The GCRTA’s Rapid Transit Red Line stops at the station at W. 117th Street and Madison as well as at Triskett across the southern border in Cleveland. The Red Line provides service to Tower City in Downtown Cleveland, Cleveland Hopkins Airport, University Circle, and many other destinations.
The GCRTA also offers paratransit service by appointment for disabled individuals. This program requires users to be ADA certified. Learn more by visiting the GCRTA Paratransit Information Page.
The City of Lakewood’s Division of Aging offers transportation for seniors to and from medical appointments and to get to and from Cove Community Center. the division’s vans also provide transportation for city-scheduled trips to grocery stores, restaurants, and other areas of interest. Learn more by visiting the Division of Aging’s Transportation Services page.
The map below is a stylized map of the Greater Cleveland RTA’s public transportation lines that serve the City of Lakewood. Please note that the stops on the map are named based on the nearest cross street or landmark, and may differ from the RTA’s official stop name. For detailed maps and timetables, please visit GCRTA’s website.
