How to apply for Bee-Line Bus System (Westchester County) — Reduced Senior Fare + ADA Paratransit (Westchester County) in New York

Who it's for

Bee-Line Bus System (Westchester County) covers Westchester County with fixed-route bus service and ADA paratransit. Reduced fares for riders age 65+, certified disabled riders, and Medicare card holders (with photo ID). Bee-Line buses connect to Metro-North Railroad's Hudson, Harlem and New Haven Lines at Westchester stations (there is no Port Jervis Line service in Westchester) for Westchester-to-NYC travel. Apply at the county transit office or via MTA for the Metro-North Reduced-Fare benefit. Phone: 914-813-7777.

What you'll need

• Proof of Westchester County residency
• For senior fare: proof of age 65+ (or Medicare card) with photo ID
• For paratransit: ADA-eligibility certification

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Bee-Line Bus System (Westchester County) — Reduced Senior Fare + ADA Paratransit (Westchester 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 proof of Westchester County residency, for senior fare: proof of age 65+ (or Medicare card) with photo ID, for paratransit: ADA-eligibility certification — 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.

Step by step

1. Gather your required documents before applying. For the reduced senior fare, collect proof of Westchester County residency, proof of age 65+ (such as a Medicare card), and a photo ID. For ADA paratransit, you will also need your ADA-eligibility certification.
2. Decide which benefit you need. The reduced senior fare covers Bee-Line fixed-route bus service. ADA paratransit is a separate service for certified riders. If you travel to New York City by rail, note that the Metro-North Reduced-Fare benefit is governed by separate MTA rules and requires a different application.
3. Apply online or by phone. Call the Westchester County transit office at 914-813-7777 to apply by phone or to get the link for the online application. Staff can answer questions about which option fits your situation.
4. Submit all required documents as directed during your application. Make sure your photo ID is included with your proof of age or Medicare card.
5. Wait for confirmation from the county transit office. Processing times vary, so ask staff for an estimate when you apply.

What to expect: After submitting your application, the Westchester County transit office will review your documents and notify you of your status. Processing times vary, so contact the office at 914-813-7777 if you have questions about where things stand. The reduced senior fare benefit is ongoing, so no regular renewal is needed for that program. However, if you use ADA paratransit, your eligibility certification must be renewed periodically — ask staff when your re-certification will be due so you do not experience a gap in service.

Renewals

ongoing; paratransit re-cert periodically