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
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.
NOTE: On Saturday, July 11, the existing bus route will change to better serve riders on the Newport side of the river.
In Newport:
- Central Avenue at 10th Street
- Central Avenue at 8th Street
- Isabella Street at 6th Street
- Isabella Street at 9th Street
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
Current TANK Bus Route through July 10
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
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
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.
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.
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.
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.