How to apply for METRA Transit (Senior & ADA Fares) — Muscogee County

Who it's for

METRA is the public bus system for Muscogee County (Columbus), with fixed routes plus Dial-A-Ride origin-to-destination ADA paratransit. Seniors 62+ and people with a qualifying disability ride fixed routes for $0.65 with an ID; a Medicare card with picture identification is accepted as proof. Dial-A-Ride serves riders whose disability prevents them from using the fixed route, within 3/4 of a mile of a METRA bus route and while buses are running, and requires an application. Dial-A-Ride is a flat $2.50 per one-way trip, which is more than the regular adult fare of $1.30, and METRA's reduced-fare cards are not accepted on it. Call METRA at 706-225-4581, or the Paratransit Reservation Office at 706-225-4596 (Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM).

What you'll need

• Proof of age (62+) or a Medicare card / disability ID for the reduced fare
• Completed Dial-A-Ride application (for the paratransit service)

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about METRA Transit (Senior & ADA Fares) — Muscogee County. 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 proof of age (62+) or a Medicare card / disability ID for the reduced fare, completed Dial-A-Ride application (for the paratransit service) — 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

per trip / as needed