Montgomery's interstates, The M bus system's 14 routes (334-625-4012), Montgomery Regional Airport's five nonstops and downtown parking: meters free after 5 p.m.

Last checked Oct. 17, 2026. Facts on this page come from the City of Montgomery’s downtown parking page, The M’s home page and routes, Montgomery Regional Airport’s site, and the Alabama Department of Transportation’s Montgomery County notices.

Montgomery sits where I-85 ends at I-65, downtown. The M, the city’s transit system, runs 14 bus routes inside the city limits (customer service 334-625-4012), and Montgomery Regional Airport, on Selma Highway, has nonstop flights to five hubs. Downtown, city parking meters are free on weekends and after 5 p.m. on weekdays.

Who to call

  • The M (buses and micro transit): 334-625-4012
  • The M paratransit (MAP): 334-625-4691
  • Montgomery Regional Airport: 334-281-5040, 4445 Selma Highway
  • City parking management: 334-625-2236
  • Live interstate traffic: ALGO Traffic

Main roads and interchanges

  • I-65 is signed for Birmingham to the north and Mobile to the south. ALDOT’s exits used in its notices include Exit 172 (Clay Street) and Exit 167 at Catoma Creek; I-65 crosses the Alabama River Bridge, with an on-ramp from Northern Boulevard (SR-152).
  • I-85 begins at I-65 downtown. Its exits include Exit 1 (Union Street and Court Street) for downtown and City Hall, Exit 3 (Ann Street), Exit 6 (Eastern Boulevard), and the interchanges at Taylor Road and Chantilly Parkway on the east side.
  • I-85 widening: ALDOT is adding a third lane each way from Taylor Road to Jenkins Creek through fall 2030, with overnight lane closures Sunday through Thursday. See our road construction guide.

Buses: The M

The M (formerly the Montgomery Area Transit System) runs fixed routes within the city limits:

  • Weekdays: 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturdays: 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
  • Hub: the Intermodal Transfer Center, 495 Molton St.; the transit office is at 2318 W. Fairview Ave.
  • Routes: 1 AUM/Eastchase, 2 Eastdale Mall, 3 Montgomery Commons, 4 Boylston, 5 McGhee Road, 6 Southlawn/Twingates, 7 Maxwell AFB, 8 Gunter Annex, 9 Virginia Loop, 10 South Court Street, 11 Rosa Parks/South Boulevard, 12 Smiley Court/Gibbs Village, 16 East-West Connector and 17 Boulevard. Schedules are on the routes page and the system map.
  • Plan a trip: The M’s trip planner.
  • Micro transit: on-demand, curb-to-curb rides within the city limits, 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. weekdays and 5:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays.
  • Paratransit: ADA rides for people with disabilities, 5 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 334-625-4691.
  • Passes: 31-day passes, with reduced fares for students, seniors and people with disabilities, are sold at the transit office and the Intermodal Transfer Center; see fares.

The airport

Montgomery Regional Airport (MGM), 4445 Selma Highway, is served by American, Delta and United, with nonstop flights to:

Destination Airline
Atlanta (ATL) Delta
Charlotte (CLT) American
Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) American
Houston (IAH) United
Washington National (DCA) American

Check flights and parking on the airport’s site, or call 334-281-5040.

Downtown parking

The city runs about 2,500 spaces downtown, including five lighted, security-patrolled decks within a quarter mile of the water tower at The Alley.

  • Meters and kiosks are free on weekends and after 5 p.m. on weekdays. Otherwise pay with coins at meters; coins, cash or card at kiosks; or by card on the ParkMobile app.
  • Decks open around the clock: the Municipal Deck at City Hall, 35 Monroe St.; the Coosa Street Deck, 233 Coosa St.; and the Intermodal Deck, 495 Molton St., charge by the hour. The Washington Avenue Deck, 53 Washington Ave., is monthly only.
  • Commerce Parking Lot, 233 Commerce St., has 103 daily spaces.
  • Events: decks and lots may charge a flat event rate on entry.
  • Tickets: a car with more than six unresolved tickets may be booted and towed if they are not cleared within 24 hours.

Current rates are in the city’s parking rates sheet (PDF), effective July 8, 2026.

Walking and biking

The paved Riverwalk follows the Alabama River from Riverfront Park downtown, and city parks including Blount Cultural Park, Buddy Watson Park, Cloverdale Road Park and Dorchester Park have trails. See our parks and trails guide.

What this means for you

  • Driving downtown after 5 p.m. or on a weekend? Street parking is free.
  • Flying out? MGM’s five nonstops connect through Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas, Houston and Washington.
  • East-side commuters: plan for I-85 night closures through 2030.

More guides: road construction and closures, moving to Montgomery and who to call at City Hall.

Frequently asked questions

Does Montgomery have public transportation?

Yes. The M, the city’s transit system, runs 14 fixed bus routes within the city limits, 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. weekdays and 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Saturdays, plus on-demand micro transit and paratransit. Customer service: 334-625-4012.

What airlines fly out of Montgomery Regional Airport?

American, Delta and United, with nonstops to Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston and Washington National. The airport is at 4445 Selma Highway, 334-281-5040.

Is parking free in downtown Montgomery?

City parking meters and kiosks are free on weekends and after 5 p.m. on weekdays. At other times pay at the meter, a kiosk or with the ParkMobile app.

Where can I park downtown in Montgomery?

The city runs about 2,500 spaces, including lighted, patrolled decks at City Hall (35 Monroe St.), Coosa Street (233 Coosa St.) and the Intermodal Transfer Center (495 Molton St.), all open around the clock.