Thursday, June 27, 2024 Oakland County celebrates the debut of its latest addition to public transit, the SMART Bus Route 759, officially launched this week. This new route serves as a vital link along Highland Road/M-59, connecting commuters from Auburn Hills and Pontiac to Waterford Township and White Lake Township. Operating from 6 a.
m. to 10 p.m.
on weekdays and 8 a.m. to 5 p.
m. on Saturdays, Route 759 promises dependable transportation options for various needs, whether it’s commuting to work, attending school, running errands, or exploring local shopping opportunities. “The launch of SMART Bus Route 759 marks a significant step forward in improving transportation options for our residents,” said Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter .
“This new route opens up opportunities to reach key destinations for jobs, education, shopping and recreational opportunities along the M-59 corridor. “ Route 759 highlights prominent stops such as Oakland University, the Waterford Michigan Works! Office, Pontiac High School, McLaren Oakland Hospital, Oakland County International Airport, and Meijer locations at Pontiac Lake and Bogie Lake roads. “In 2022, when the people of Oakland County said ‘yes’ to enhanced mobility and access, SMART listened,” said SMART General Manager Dwight Ferrell .
“And we’ve been listening ever since. We are engaging community voices through our SMARTer Mobility Program and using what we learn to create a stronger, more responsive, better .
