How to apply for CATA (Centre Area Transportation Authority) (Centre County) in Pennsylvania

Who it's for

CATA (Centre Area Transportation Authority) covers Centre County. Centre Area Transportation Authority (CATA) operates fixed-route bus across State College + Bellefonte + Penn State campus. Distinctive student-heavy ridership pattern. PA Senior Free Transit Program FREE for age 65+ on fixed-route. Shared Ride for medical and essential trips. PA Senior Shared Ride program — seniors 65+ pay 15% of the fare and the Pennsylvania Lottery Fund pays the other 85%, in every county of the state. Apply for senior fare through the local transit authority or Centre AAA at 814-355-6716.

What you'll need

• Proof of Centre County / PA residency
• Proof of age 65+ (PA Senior Citizen Transit ID OR PennDOT ID)
• For paratransit: ADA-eligibility certification

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about CATA (Centre Area Transportation Authority) (Centre 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 Centre County / PA residency, proof of age 65+ (PA Senior Citizen Transit ID OR PennDOT 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.

Renewals

Senior ID is permanent