TANK Bus Route and Bridge Detour Information
​The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) and the Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky (TANK) will partner to provide accommodations for safe passage during the construction of the KY 8 Licking River Bridge Replacement Project.
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TANK Bus Route
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On Jan. 12, 2026, the KY 8 Licking River Bridge was closed to all traffic (vehicles, pedestrians and bicyclists). A free TANK bus route is now in operation.
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NOTE: On Saturday, July 11, the existing bus route will change to better serve riders on the Newport side of the river.​​​
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​In Newport:
- Central Avenue at 10th Street
- Central Avenue at 8th Street
- Isabella Street at 6th Street
- Isabella Street at 9th Street
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In Covington:
- Greenup Street at 9th Street
- Greenup Street at 5th Street
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Scott Street at 6th Street
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Scott Street at 11th Street
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Current TANK Bus Route through July 10
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In Newport:
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11th Street at York Street
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Monmouth Street at 9th Street
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Monmouth Street at 7th Street
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4th Street at Columbia Street
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Isabella at 6th Street
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Isabella at 9th Street
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In Covington:
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Greenup Street at 9th Street
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Greenup Street at 5th Street
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Scott Street at 6th Street
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Scott Street at 11th Street
New TANK bus route beginning July 11
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Hours of Operation
The current and future route will operate seven days a week:​​
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Weekdays: 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
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Weekends: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
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TANK Bus Route Service
This service is intended to provide a viable transportation option for those who rely on the Fourth Street bridge for pedestrian and bicycle crossing and are without a vehicle living in the east Covington and west Newport neighborhoods.
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The bus route is focused on providing a connection to basic and essential needs for these commuters – like daycare, employment and groceries. The TANK vehicle features an installed bike rack to encourage first and last-mile mobility connections for riders. The bus will also provide wheelchair accessibility.
The bus route will complete a loop once every 30 minutes during operating hours. This TANK route will operate daily from January 2026 through Summer 2028. View TANK's website for more information.
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Vehicular Detour
​Motorists will detour using the Girl Scout Bridge (KY 1120/11th Street) between Newport and Covington. For more information about the project timeline and vehicular detour – click here.​