How to apply for Monroe County Transit Authority (MCTA) — Pocono Pony + Shared Ride (Monroe County) in Pennsylvania

Who it's for

Monroe County Transit Authority (MCTA) — Pocono Pony + Shared Ride covers Monroe County. Monroe County Transit Authority (MCTA) operates the Pocono Pony fixed-route bus across Stroudsburg-East Stroudsburg + connecting routes to Mt. Pocono + Bushkill. Shared Ride for medical and essential trips. PA Senior Free Transit Program for fixed-route. Notable: Monroe is the principal Poconos resort county — transit shaped by both year-round residents AND tourism patterns. PA also runs the 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 Monroe AAA at 570-420-3735.

What you'll need

• Proof of Monroe 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 Monroe County Transit Authority (MCTA) — Pocono Pony + Shared Ride (Monroe 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 Monroe 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; paratransit re-cert periodically