Route 47 (MTA Quickbus)
| Company type | Public transit service |
|---|---|
| Industry | Public transportation |
| Founded | August 28, 2010 |
| Headquarters | Baltimore , United States |
Area served | Baltimore, Maryland |
| Products | Limited-stop bus service |
| Parent | Maryland Transit Administration |
Route 47 is a limited-stop "Quickbus" service managed by the Maryland Transit Administration in Baltimore. It connects Overlea Loop in Northeast Baltimore with Walbrook Junction in West Baltimore, traveling along prominent corridors such as Poplar Grove Street, Saratoga Street, Gay Street, and Belair Road. Operating on weekdays during rush hours, the bus runs every 15 minutes between 5:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m., and again from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Distinct from local bus lines, Route 47 halts exclusively at major stops, including transfer hubs, significant landmarks, and busy intersections, with a total of 27 designated stops. This selective stopping pattern improves travel speed and strengthens transit connections throughout Baltimore.
History
Launched on August 28, 2010, Route 47 became the third "QuickBus" route introduced by MTA, joining Route 46 in this service category.
The number 47 has historically been assigned to various transit operations in the Baltimore region, such as a streetcar line running between Mt. Washington and Pikesville, an express bus linking Glyndon, Cheswolde, and downtown Baltimore, as well as routes dedicated to serving Baltimore City Public Schools.
June 2011
During this period, the route's service was shortened to approximately two hours during both morning and evening peak times, providing eight trips in each direction.
See also
- Route 15 (Local service available throughout the day)