How to apply for Area Transportation Authority of North Central PA (ATA NCPA) (Potter County) in Pennsylvania
Potter County / regional transit operator — ATA NCPA serves Potter County (Coudersport, Galeton) as part of its 6-county NCPA region. PA Senior Free Transit Program where available. NOTE: Potter PA is distinct from Potter TX (Amarillo area, already in catalog Panhandle TX).
Who it's for
Area Transportation Authority of North Central PA (ATA NCPA) covers Potter County. ATA NCPA serves Potter County (Coudersport, Galeton) as part of its 6-county NCPA region. PA Senior Free Transit Program where available. NOTE: Potter PA is distinct from Potter TX (Amarillo area, already in catalog Panhandle TX). 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 Potter AAA at 814-776-2191.
Potter: PA Senior Free Transit + Senior Shared Ride. ATA NCPA now serves the full 6-county NCPA region (final batch closes Elk + Cameron + Potter + McKean + Forest).
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Proof of Potter 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: 1-866-282-4968
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Transportation Authority of North Central PA (ATA NCPA) (Potter 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 Potter 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
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.
