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How to apply for Area Transportation Authority of North Central PA (ATA NCPA) (Elk County)

Elk County / regional transit operator — Area Transportation Authority of North Central PA (ATA NCPA) serves Elk County (Ridgway, St. Marys, Johnsonburg) as part of its 6-county NCPA region. PA Senior Free Transit Program where available. ATA NCPA HQ in DuBois (Clearfield).

Who it's for

Area Transportation Authority of North Central PA (ATA NCPA) covers Elk County. Area Transportation Authority of North Central PA (ATA NCPA) serves Elk County (Ridgway, St. Marys, Johnsonburg) as part of its 6-county NCPA region. PA Senior Free Transit Program where available. ATA NCPA HQ in DuBois (Clearfield).. PA Senior Shared Ride program — funded by PA Lottery, age 65+ pays $1-3 per essential trip. Apply for senior fare through the local transit authority or Elk AAA at 814-265-1551.

Elk: PA Senior Free Transit + Senior Shared Ride. ATA NCPA now serves the full 6-county NCPA region (final batch closes Elk + Cameron + Potter + McKean + Forest).

What you'll need

  • Proof of Elk County / PA residency
  • Proof of age 65+ (PA Senior Citizen Transit ID OR PennDOT ID)
  • For paratransit: ADA-eligibility certification

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 814-371-1400

Renewals

Senior ID is permanent

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