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How to apply for Beaumont Municipal Transit (BMT) + Port Arthur Transit + ZIP — Fixed-Route + Paratransit (Jefferson County)

City of Beaumont (Beaumont Municipal Transit / BMT) + City of Port Arthur Transit + SETRPC ZIP rural transit — coordinated public transit for Jefferson County (Beaumont fixed-route, Port Arthur fixed-route, and SETRPC ZIP rural demand-response)

Who it's for

Jefferson County transit: Beaumont Municipal Transit (BMT) operates fixed-route service across Beaumont; Port Arthur Transit operates fixed-route in Port Arthur; SETRPC ZIP transit provides rural demand-response. Seniors 60+ qualify for reduced fares. ADA-eligible riders qualify for paratransit. Apply at beaumonttexas.gov (BMT), portarthurtx.gov (Port Arthur Transit), or setrpc.org (ZIP rural).

Jefferson County: three coordinated transit operators (BMT, Port Arthur Transit, SETRPC ZIP rural).

What you'll need

Proof of Jefferson County residency
For senior fare: proof of age 60+
For paratransit: ADA-eligibility certification

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 409-727-2384

Renewals

ongoing

Official source →Last verified · June 7, 2026

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