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How to apply for Coastal Bend Rural Transit — Demand-Response Service (Aransas County)
Coastal Bend rural transit serves Aransas County through regional providers including Rural Economic Assistance League (REAL Inc) and other Coastal Bend Council of Governments-coordinated operators; supplemented by RTA Corpus Christi for trips into Nueces County
Who it's for
Public transit in Aransas County operates through Coastal Bend regional rural transit providers — primarily Rural Economic Assistance League (REAL Inc) and CACOST-coordinated services. Demand-response service requires advance reservation. Seniors typically qualify for reduced or free fares depending on the operator. Rural-to-Corpus Christi medical trips are a common service pattern. Apply for transit referrals through Coastal Bend AAA at 361-883-5743 or through your local senior center.
Aransas County rural demand-response. Coastal Bend AAA coordinates transit referrals across the 11-county region.
What you'll need
- For rural transit rides: advance reservation
- Proof of Aransas County residency
- For senior fare: proof of age 60+
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 361-883-5743
Renewals
ongoing
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