APTA is proud to partner with UITP and transport organisations worldwide to celebrate the inaugural World Public Transport Day on April 17, 2026. Public transportation connects people to jobs, education, health care, and community while driving economic growth, and more vibrant and resilient cities and regions. APTA’s mission aligns closely with these goals. Through this partnership, we reaffirm the importance of sustained investment, innovation, and collaboration to ensure public transportation effectively serves communities of every size.
"World Public Transport Day is a powerful reminder that public transportation connects people to opportunity and drives economic vitality. APTA is proud to stand with our global partners to celebrate the essential role transit plays in building stronger, more sustainable communities."
APTA members across North America will be coming together to share the importance of public transportation to communities large and small, urban and rural. Through local events, rider stories, digital campaigns, and community engagement, agencies will showcase how transit connects people and strengthens local economies.