How to apply for Reno County Area Transit (RCAT) — Reno in Kansas

Reno County Area Transit (RCAT), Reno County

Who it's for

Reno County Area Transit (RCAT) is open to the general public for any trip purpose. Fixed-route buses in Hutchinson and South Hutchinson cost 50 cents per ride, per bus, exact fare only. Demand-response rides cost $2.00 per ride within Hutchinson and South Hutchinson and $4.00 per ride in the rest of Reno County. Paratransit service is available by application; call the RCAT Customer Service Center at 620-694-2913 to ask about it. Ride tickets are sold at the Transfer Station, 120 W. Ave B, Hutchinson. The office is open Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Service areas, hours, and fares are set by the transit provider; call ahead to schedule and ask about senior or disability fares.

People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.

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What you'll need

  • Call to ask what to bring (paratransit requires an application)

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-620-694-2913

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Reno County Area Transit (RCAT) — Reno. 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 call to ask what to bring (paratransit requires an application) — 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

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Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.