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How to apply for Tar River Transit Senior and Disabled Fare (Nash County)

Tar River Transit, the City of Rocky Mount public transit system, with rural general-public paratransit for Nash and Edgecombe counties.

Who it's for

Tar River Transit runs fixed-route buses in Rocky Mount and rural general-public, door-to-door paratransit across Nash County. Riders who hold a Senior Tarheel Card, a Medicare card, or who have a disability ride the fixed routes at a reduced fare, and all vehicles are wheelchair accessible. Call to learn about reduced fares, ADA paratransit, and how to schedule a ride.

Nash: reduced fixed-route fare for Senior Tarheel/Medicare card holders and riders with a disability; rural paratransit fares depend on the trip. The operator sets fares.

What you'll need

  • Senior Tarheel Card, Medicare card, or proof of disability (for reduced fare)
  • Proof of Nash County residency

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-252-972-1555

Renewals

varies by program

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