How to apply for HART Discount Flamingo Card (Senior Reduced Fare) in Florida

Who it's for

HART runs fixed-route bus service across Hillsborough County (Tampa, Plant City, Brandon, USF area), and seniors age 65 and older qualify for the Discount Flamingo Card — a personalized fare card that drops each one-way trip from the standard adult cash fare down to $1.00. The Discount Flamingo Card is the senior version of HART's modern Flamingo Fares contactless card system; once enrolled, you tap the card at the farebox and the discounted rate applies automatically. To enroll, bring proof of age 65+ (Florida driver's license, Florida State ID, U.S. passport, or Medicare card) to the Retail Sales window at the Marion Transit Center (1211 N Marion Street, Tampa) or the University Area Transit Center (13110 N 27th Street, Tampa). The Discount Flamingo Card has a one-time $3.00 cost (new and replacement cards), payable at the Marion Transit Center or University Area Transit Center.

What you'll need

• Proof of age 65+ (Florida driver's license, Florida State ID, U.S. passport, or Medicare card)
• In-person visit to Marion Transit Center (1211 N Marion St, Tampa) or University Area Transit Center (13110 N 27th St, Tampa) Retail Sales window

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about HART Discount Flamingo Card (Senior Reduced Fare). 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 proof of age 65+ (Florida driver's license, Florida State ID, U.S. passport, or Medicare card), in-person visit to Marion Transit Center (1211 N Marion St, Tampa) or University Area Transit Center (13110 N 27th St, Tampa) Retail Sales window — 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

no renewal required; eligibility persists with valid card