How to apply for CARTS Senior Half-Fare + Country Bus Paratransit (Burnet County)

Who it's for

CARTS serves Burnet County with Country Bus demand-response paratransit and Interurban Coach scheduled regional bus service connecting Burnet, Marble Falls, Bertram to Austin and other CARTS district cities. Seniors AGE 65+ ride for HALF PRICE on all services. Burnet County's CARTS service uses ~60 mini-buses and vans operating across the 9-county district. Apply for CARTS senior fare ID at a local CARTS station or by calling 512-478-7433.

What you'll need

• For CARTS senior fare (age 65+): valid government-issued ID with date of birth
• For Country Bus paratransit: advance reservation
• For Interurban Coach: ticket purchase
• Proof of Burnet County residency

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about CARTS Senior Half-Fare + Country Bus Paratransit (Burnet 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 for CARTS senior fare (age 65+): valid government-issued ID with date of birth, for Country Bus paratransit: advance reservation, for Interurban Coach: ticket purchase — 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

senior fare card is ongoing