How to apply for rabbittransit Senior Shared Ride + LATS bus (Northumberland County) in Pennsylvania

rabbittransit — shared ride in Northumberland County; Lower Anthracite Transit System (LATS) — fixed-route bus in the Mount Carmel area

Who it's for

rabbittransit runs door-to-door shared-ride vans in Northumberland County. Its Senior Shared Ride program serves people age 65 and older for any kind of trip, such as doctor visits, shopping or the senior center. The Pennsylvania Lottery pays most of the fare, so riders pay a small co-pay. Riders must apply before the first trip. Call rabbittransit Customer Service at 1-800-632-9063 to apply or book. In the Mount Carmel area, the Lower Anthracite Transit System (LATS) runs a fixed bus route. Riders age 65 and older ride LATS buses free with a senior ID card. Call LATS at 570-339-3956.

Northumberland: PA Senior Free Transit + Senior Shared Ride. Central PA has multi-county transit authorities (rabbittransit + EMTA) covering most rural counties.

People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.

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What you'll need

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

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-800-632-9063

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about rabbittransit Senior Shared Ride + LATS bus (Northumberland 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 Northumberland 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

Official source →Last verified · October 9, 2026

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Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.