How to apply for Suffolk County Transit (SCT) — Reduced Senior Fare + ADA Paratransit (Suffolk County) in New York

Who it's for

Suffolk County Transit (SCT) runs bus routes across Suffolk County every day of the year. Riders over age 60 pay a reduced fare of 75 cents per trip, instead of the $2.25 full fare, by showing a driver license, state ID, or municipal senior ID card. People with disabilities and Medicare card holders also pay 75 cents. Suffolk County Accessible Transportation (SCAT) offers rides for people who qualify under the ADA and register with the Suffolk County Office for People with Disabilities. MTA Long Island Rail Road has its own reduced-fare rules. Transit Helpdesk: 631-852-5200.

What you'll need

• For the senior fare: driver license, state ID, or municipal senior ID card showing age
• For SCAT paratransit: ADA eligibility and registration with the Suffolk County Office for People with Disabilities

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Suffolk County Transit (SCT) — Reduced Senior Fare + ADA Paratransit (Suffolk 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 the senior fare: driver license, state ID, or municipal senior ID card showing age, for SCAT paratransit: ADA eligibility and registration with the Suffolk County Office for People with Disabilities — 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

ongoing; paratransit re-cert periodically