Knoxville Area Transit Will Close Stop 2674
The bus stop located at the Broadway Shopping Center is scheduled for permanent closure on October 1, 2026.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Knoxville Area Transit will discontinue Stop 2674 on Route 24: Lincoln Park/Inskip beginning October 1, 2026. The change follows a request from a nearby Kroger store located at the Broadway Shopping Center.
Why it matters
Public transit agencies often adjust stop locations based on requests from private property owners or adjacent commercial tenants. This adjustment requires regular commuters in North Knoxville to transition to nearby alternative boarding locations.
The change affects Stop 2674 on Route 24: Lincoln Park/Inskip. All service modifications will be updated in the official transit mobile application by the effective date.
The players
Knoxville Area Transit
This is the primary public transportation agency providing bus services to the city of Knoxville and surrounding areas.
Kroger
This is a major national supermarket chain that operates a retail location at the Broadway Shopping Center.
The details
Knoxville Area Transit is directing riders to use the Broadway at McCroskey or the Woodland Avenue and Fremont Place stops as alternatives. The closure was initiated at the request of the store management at the Broadway Shopping Center site.
Timeline
The discontinuation of Stop 2674 takes effect on October 1, 2026.
Market Landscape
Public transit agencies frequently coordinate with commercial property owners to optimize traffic flow and site accessibility. This move aligns with broader trends of private-public cooperation in managing urban transit infrastructure.
Commuters who typically board at the Broadway Shopping Center will need to walk to the alternative stops at Broadway at McCroskey or Woodland Avenue and Fremont Place starting October 1. Riders are encouraged to check the Transit app for updated route information and stop locations.
The takeaway
Commuters should plan for longer walks to alternative stops while navigating these local infrastructure adjustments. Checking the transit mobile application remains the most effective way to stay informed about daily route changes.
Further reading
For more information on transit route updates, visit Knoxville Openings & Closings.
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