How to apply for Public transit rides (North Arkansas Transportation Service) — Izard
North Arkansas Transportation Service (NATS), Northwest Arkansas Economic Development District
Who it's for
North Arkansas Transportation Service (NATS) is a public transit service run by the Northwest Arkansas Economic Development District. Its service area is Baxter, Boone, Fulton, Izard, Marion, Newton and Searcy counties and parts of Carroll and Madison counties. Anyone may ride; there are no age limits. NATS gives rides for medical visits, shopping and personal trips, and takes Medicaid and Medicare clients to medical visits. Dial-A-Ride trips need a reservation 24 hours ahead. Dial-A-Ride fares are $7.00 for trips of 0 through 10 miles and $10.00 for 11 through 20 miles; rides inside Mountain Home city limits are free and rides inside Harrison city limits are $3.00. Offices in Harrison and Mountain Home are open Monday to Friday, 8:00 to 4:30. Call 870-741-8008 to schedule.
Service areas, hours, and fares are set by the transit provider; call ahead to schedule and ask about rides from your town.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- None — call to schedule a ride
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-870-741-8008
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Public transit rides (North Arkansas Transportation Service) — Izard. I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need none — call to schedule a ride — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"
Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.
Renewals
none
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.
