Groveport Rickenbacker Employee Access Transit (GREAT) eases last mile commutes for COTA riders. Rickenbacker area businesses rely on a commuter workforce so safe, efficient, on-time and cost effective public transportation options are vital. The City of Groveport is pleased to provide this service in cooperation with the Village of Obetz and COTA. 

Using GREAT

GREAT shuttles coordinate with COTA Lines 22 & 24 at the intervals and location found in our GREAT Brochure (PDF). Brochures are also available on buses and at your workplace. View the Route Map (PDF) for more information.

  NEW! GREAT Brochure beginning May 1st, 2017

  NEW! GREAT Routes & Stops beginning May 1st, 2017


The GREAT/COTA coordination point is located at:

• Alum Creek Drive and London-Groveport Road at COTA stop #7063

At this location, riders can transfer between COTA and GREAT shuttles, using the following steps:
GREAT to COTA:

• Arrive at the marked stop five minutes prior to the shuttles' scheduled arrival.
• Board the shuttle and be seated.
• Stand and exit when the shuttle reaches your stop.
• Shuttles stop at all marked stops so be aware of the stops prior to yours.

COTA fees apply when boarding COTA buses. Please visit the COTA Website for accurate information. Customer Service inquiries are coordinated through COTA by calling 614-228-1776
or by email.

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FAQ's

1.What is GREAT?

Groveport Rickenbacker Employee Access Transit. GREAT gives you a ride between COTA and your job in the Rickenbacker area. GREAT Brochure

2.What does it cost to ride GREAT?

The City of Groveport and the Village of Obetz are pleased to offer GREAT free of charge.

3.Where do COTA and GREAT connect?

London-Groveport Rd. at Alum Creek Drive. 

4.Does GREAT stop at my job?

Our stops are listed on our Route Map. Stops are frequently updated. Route Map