How to apply for Central Arizona Regional Transit and Cotton Express — Pinal County Senior and Disabled Riders
City of Coolidge Transit Department operating Central Arizona Regional Transit (CART) and Cotton Express, coordinated with Pinal County
Who it's for
The City of Coolidge Transit Department runs Central Arizona Regional Transit (CART), a weekday regional bus between Coolidge, Florence, Central Arizona College and Casa Grande, and Cotton Express, a local Coolidge bus with deviated-route and On Demand trips. All vehicles are wheelchair accessible, and buses have priority seating for seniors and people with disabilities. The city's posted fares do not include a senior or disability discount: CART is $2.00 one way for adults, Cotton Express is $1.00, and On Demand or deviated trips are $1.50. Book On Demand or deviated trips at least 24 hours ahead by calling 520-723-7195.
Service runs Monday through Friday only. CART serves Coolidge, Florence, Central Arizona College and Casa Grande; Cotton Express serves the City of Coolidge. Confirm fares and stops with the Transit Department before travel.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- For On Demand or deviated trips: a reservation at least 24 hours ahead (call 520-723-7195)
- Exact fare in cash (no change given), or a monthly pass bought at the Transit Facility, 395 W. Palo Verde Ave, Coolidge
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-520-723-7195
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Central Arizona Regional Transit and Cotton Express — Pinal County Senior and Disabled Riders. 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 On Demand or deviated trips: a reservation at least 24 hours ahead (call 520-723-7195), exact fare in cash (no change given), or a monthly pass bought at the Transit Facility, 395 W. Palo Verde Ave, Coolidge — 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
none
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.
