MAX (Calgary)
 MAX BRT Network | |
| Parent | Calgary Transit |
|---|---|
| Founded | November 19, 2018 |
| Locale | Calgary, Alberta |
| Service type | Bus rapid transit |
| Routes | 4 |
| Stations | 63 |
| Operator | Calgary Transit |
| Website | Official Website |
MAX is a bus rapid transit network operated by Calgary Transit in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. MAX forms a part of Calgary Transit's rapid transit network, along with the CTrain light rail system.[1]
The MAX system opened in November 2018 with three routes: MAX Orange, MAX Teal, and MAX Purple.[2] The MAX Yellow line opened in December 2019.[3] MAX routes are distinguished from Calgary's existing express bus network, branded as "BRT", by the use of dedicated transitway on three lines, heated shelters, real-time information, and elevated sidewalks.
Routes
| Line | Opening date | Terminus[4] | Stations | Connecting rapid transit | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 MAX Orange | November 19, 2018 | Brentwood | Saddletowne | 21 |  Red Line Blue Line MAX Green | |
 MAX Yellow | December 23, 2019 | Woodpark | City Centre | 14 | Red Line Blue Line MAX Teal MAX Purple MAX Green | |
| MAX Teal | December 10, 2012 (as Route 306) November 19, 2018 (as MAX Teal) |
Westbrook | Douglas Glen | 17 | Red Line Blue Line MAX Yellow | |
| MAX Purple | November 19, 2018 | City Centre | East Hills | 11[5] | Red Line Blue Line MAX Yellow | |
| MAX Green | August 30, 2004 (as Route 301)[6] September 1, 2025 (as MAX Green) [7] |
North Pointe Terminal | City Centre | 17 | Red Line Blue Line MAX Yellow MAX Orange | |
BRT routes
In addition to the MAX network, Calgary Transit operates two separate routes branded as "BRT". They are not considered to be part of Calgary's rapid transit network, and do not use dedicated transitway, heated shelter, real-time information, or elevated sidewalks.
| Line | Opening date | Terminus | Connecting rapid transit | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 302 BRT Southeast | August 3, 2009 | City Centre | South Health Campus | Red Line Blue Line MAX Yellow MAX Teal MAX Purple |
| 500 Airport Express | July 27, 2011 | City Centre | Airport | Red Line Blue Line MAX Orange MAX Yellow MAX Purple MAX Green |
| 503 Symons Valley Express | August 31, 2026 | City Centre | Sage Hill Terminal | Red Line Blue Line MAX Orange MAX Yellow MAX Purple MAX Green |
Fares
MAX services use the same fare structure as the rest of the Calgary Transit system.[3] As of January 2026, a single adult fare is $4, or $2.65 for youth. Day, monthly, low-income, and university passes are also available.[8]
Transitways
Southwest Transitway
The Southwest Transitway is a bus-only corridor along 14 Street SW, between 75 Avenue SW and Southland Drive.[9] It has three stations along its length, used by MAX Yellow. MAX Teal also uses a portion of the Transitway. Both routes operate in mixed traffic and shoulder lanes for the rest of their routing.
17 Avenue SE Transitway
The 17 Avenue SE Transitway is a bus-only corridor along 17 Avenue SE, between 9 Avenue SE and Hubalta Road SE[10] It has six stations along its length, used by MAX Purple.
See also
References
- ↑ "2019 Rapid Transit Network" (PDF). Calgary Transit. Archived from the original (PDF) on March 27, 2020. Retrieved May 25, 2020.
- ↑ Gallichan-Lowe, Spencer (October 19, 2018). "Calgary's new MAX bus rapid transit system to open Nov. 19". Global News. Retrieved May 25, 2020.
- 1 2 "MAX Yellow rapid transit starts serving southwest Calgary". CBC News. December 23, 2019. Retrieved May 25, 2020.
- ↑ "Calgary Transit Routes | Open Calgary". data.calgary.ca. Retrieved 2025-09-25.
- ↑ "301 - MAX Green" (PDF). [calgarytrasnit.com Calgary Transit]. September 1, 2025. Archived (PDF) from the original on September 25, 2025. Retrieved September 25, 2025.
- ↑ "Calgary Transit route 301 'BRT North' - CPTDB Wiki (Canadian Public Transit Discussion Board)". cptdb.ca. September 25, 2025. Archived from the original on September 25, 2025. Retrieved September 25, 2025.
- ↑ "North Central BRT is Getting a New Look: Meet MAX Green". City of Calgary Newsroom. August 22, 2025. Archived from the original on September 25, 2025. Retrieved September 25, 2025.
- ↑ "Fares & Passes". Calgary Transit. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
- ↑ "Southwest BRT - About the project". City of Calgary. Retrieved May 25, 2020.
- ↑ "17 Avenue S.E. Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project". City of Calgary. Archived from the original on August 10, 2019. Retrieved May 25, 2020.
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