RIPTA - Rhode Island Public Transit Authority
Address
705 Elmwood Avenue
Providence, RI 02907
(401) 781-9400
Description:
Provides public bus transportation throughout the state. Maintains and operates buses, some with wheelchair lifts for handicapped persons. Publishes bus schedules. Issues identification cards for seniors and handicapped.
*** Low income persons with a disability or age 65 and above may ride free of charge with a RIPTA NO FARE ID PASS. All other persons age 65 and above or with a disability pay full fare during RIPTA peak hours of service (7:00AM - 9:00AM and 3:00PM - 6:00PM on weekdays) and pay 1/2 fare all other times upon presentation of a RIPTA Senior/Disabled ID Pass or a Medicare ID Card. For more information on how to apply to this program, please call Bill Inlow at 784-9500 x153.
*** WAVE: An account based fare payment system. Riders can now conveniently purchase, reload and store their RIPTA Fares and earn free rides. Organizations can participate. Contact RIPTA customer service for more information.
Services
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Description
RI Public Transit Authority is authorized to operate public transit services throughout the State of Rhode Island. RIPTA offers a special Reduced Fare Bus Pass Program that allows qualifying low-income seniors (age 65 or over) and low-income persons with disabilities to travel at no cost.
Hours
Operates 7 days a week. Schedules available online.
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
All
Fees
Fares (Farebox)- available for purchase on board RIPTA fixed-route $2.00 - Cash Fare for Buses & Trolleys $1.00 - Transfers $6.00 - 1 Day Pass (for unlimited travel until 2am next day) $25.00 - 7 Day Pass $70.00 - Monthly Pass $4.00 - RIde/Paratransit $10 - Reduced Fare Pass *Children under five years old ride free when accompanied by an adult (limit of three children per adult). Fares (Wave) - smart fare collection system. Itâs a convenient way for passengers to ride RIPTA with either a smart card or their smart phone. $2.00 - Full Fare (1 hour of unlimited rides) $1.00 - Senior/Disabled Off-Peak $4.00 - Route 24L $6.00 - Day Pass (for unlimited travel until 2am next day) $70.00 - Monthly Pass $4.00 - RIde/Paratransit
Intake Procedure
Purchases can be made online or when on boarding. To apply for reduced fare, go to https://www.ripta.com/reduced-fare-bus-pass-program-for-low-income-seniors-and-people-with-disabilities/
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
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Description
Paratransit service provided under ADA is available for an individual whose disability either prevents independent use of the fixed route system or prevents travel to or from bus stops. Under federal regulations, ADA Paratransit Service must operate within a 3/4-mile corridor on either side of a fixed route. ADA service operates during the same hours that the fixed route bus runs. All ADA trips must start and end in the corridor.
Hours
Operates during normal bus route times Ready-Time Window: Passengers are given a ready-time window instead of a set time. For example, you may be told that your pick up will be between 9:00 AM and 9:20 AM. The van is considered on-time if it arrives any time within this window.
Required Documents
RIDE MEMBER ID
Eligibility
ADA Paratransit is a service for people unable to use public transit due to a disability TO APPLY PLEASE CALL AND
Fees
$4.00 per one way trip, per person
Intake Procedure
Your eligibility must be determined before you can use this service. A completed application must be submitted and a decision will be made within approximately 21 days of receipt. Call or visit website for more information. To schedule a trip you must call one day in advance; Reservations are accepted: weekdays between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Saturdays between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM, and Sundays via a voicemail message.
Service Area
Is offered at the same times and in the same location as the regular fixed-route service. If there is no fixed-route service, there is no comparable ADA service.
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
General Information
Hours:
Customer Service Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:30PM
Intake Process:
Reduced Fare Bus Pass Program-Applications program must be submitted in person at RIPTA!s Photo Identification office. Printable versions of applications online. To have an application mailed to you, call the Photo ID office. All completed applications must be presented in person at Photo ID office locations during operating hours.
Program Fees:
Photo Identifications: New customer $10, Renewal customer $10, Replacement cards $20 (Replacement cards are lost, stolen or damaged cards.)
Eligibility:
Reduced Fare Bus Pass Program-Low-income seniors (age 65 or over) and low-income persons with disabilities.
All
Is Shelter?
No
Miscellaneous
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
September 21, 2020
Legal Status:
State
Year Incorporated:
1966
Services
Click here to show all service details. Or click on a service name to see its details specifically.
Description
RI Public Transit Authority is authorized to operate public transit services throughout the State of Rhode Island. RIPTA offers a special Reduced Fare Bus Pass Program that allows qualifying low-income seniors (age 65 or over) and low-income persons with disabilities to travel at no cost.
Hours
Operates 7 days a week. Schedules available online.
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
All
Fees
Fares (Farebox)- available for purchase on board RIPTA fixed-route $2.00 - Cash Fare for Buses & Trolleys $1.00 - Transfers $6.00 - 1 Day Pass (for unlimited travel until 2am next day) $25.00 - 7 Day Pass $70.00 - Monthly Pass $4.00 - RIde/Paratransit $10 - Reduced Fare Pass *Children under five years old ride free when accompanied by an adult (limit of three children per adult). Fares (Wave) - smart fare collection system. Itâs a convenient way for passengers to ride RIPTA with either a smart card or their smart phone. $2.00 - Full Fare (1 hour of unlimited rides) $1.00 - Senior/Disabled Off-Peak $4.00 - Route 24L $6.00 - Day Pass (for unlimited travel until 2am next day) $70.00 - Monthly Pass $4.00 - RIde/Paratransit
Intake Procedure
Purchases can be made online or when on boarding. To apply for reduced fare, go to https://www.ripta.com/reduced-fare-bus-pass-program-for-low-income-seniors-and-people-with-disabilities/
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Description
Paratransit service provided under ADA is available for an individual whose disability either prevents independent use of the fixed route system or prevents travel to or from bus stops. Under federal regulations, ADA Paratransit Service must operate within a 3/4-mile corridor on either side of a fixed route. ADA service operates during the same hours that the fixed route bus runs. All ADA trips must start and end in the corridor.
Hours
Operates during normal bus route times Ready-Time Window: Passengers are given a ready-time window instead of a set time. For example, you may be told that your pick up will be between 9:00 AM and 9:20 AM. The van is considered on-time if it arrives any time within this window.
Required Documents
RIDE MEMBER ID
Eligibility
ADA Paratransit is a service for people unable to use public transit due to a disability TO APPLY PLEASE CALL AND
Fees
$4.00 per one way trip, per person
Intake Procedure
Your eligibility must be determined before you can use this service. A completed application must be submitted and a decision will be made within approximately 21 days of receipt. Call or visit website for more information. To schedule a trip you must call one day in advance; Reservations are accepted: weekdays between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Saturdays between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM, and Sundays via a voicemail message.
Service Area
Is offered at the same times and in the same location as the regular fixed-route service. If there is no fixed-route service, there is no comparable ADA service.
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Address Listings
Mailing
265 Melrose Street
Providence, RI 02907
Physical (Primary)
705 Elmwood Avenue
Providence, RI 02907
Contacts
Scott Avedisian
Phone Numbers
Main Phone
(401) 781-9400
Customer Service
(401) 781-9500 x2012
RIde Program
(401) 461-9760
Senior & Disability Bus Passes
(401) 784-9500 x2012
TTY
(800) 745-5555
WAVE
(401) 784-9500 x2012
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