How to apply for Fort Bend County Public Transit — Senior Service + Paratransit in Texas

Fort Bend Transit (FBT) — Fort Bend County Public Transportation Department; demand-response service within the county plus Commuter Park and Ride routes (Texas Medical Center, Greenway Plaza, Downtown Houston)

Who it's for

Fort Bend Transit (FBT) is Fort Bend County's public transit. It runs curb-to-curb demand-response rides within the county for the general public ($1 one way) and weekday Commuter Park and Ride service to the Texas Medical Center, Greenway Plaza and Downtown Houston. Book demand-response rides 1 to 10 business days ahead at 866-751-TRIP. General questions: 281-633-7433 (281-633-RIDE).

Fort Bend County transit availability varies by community. Demand-response service is the most common option; reservations are required.

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

  • For senior fare or paratransit: valid government-issued ID
  • Proof of Fort Bend County residency
  • For paratransit: ADA application + functional assessment

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 281-633-7433

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Fort Bend County Public Transit — Senior Service + Paratransit. 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 for senior fare or paratransit: valid government-issued ID, proof of Fort Bend County residency, for paratransit: ADA application + functional assessment — 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

ongoing

Official source →Last verified · October 10, 2026

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