Commute Accessible

Services for Citizens with Disabilities

Harford Transit provides Para-Transit services for persons with disabilities and seniors in need of transportation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Vehicles are wheelchair accessible. For more information or to set up a pre-arranged appointment for pick-up and return bus trips, contact the dispatcher at 410-612-1620 or 410-838-2562.

Para-Transit Services & the ADA

Statewide Special Transportation Assistance Program

  1. Harford Transit takes appointments on a first come, first served basis. Service operates Monday through Friday, and some holidays. 
  2. Appointments for transportation can be made by calling 410-612-1620 Monday through Friday, between 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. 
  3. Rides can be scheduled up to 60 days in advance. We will do our best to accommodate each request, however, there may be times when it is necessary to adjust appointment times to receive transportation. 
  4. Rides are available from 6 a.m. - 5 p.m. 
  5. Harford Transit offers rides within Harford County only. Trips can be arranged to Senior Activity Centers, medical appointments, dialysis, therapy, shopping, recreation, etc. Due to the demand for this service, there may be a waiting list for availability in rides. 
  6. Please plan to be ready one hour prior to your appointment time. If your ride has not arrived within 30 minutes prior to your appointment time, please call Harford Transit. 
  7. When you have completed your appointment, you should call Harford Transit to confirm your pickup time for your return trip.
  8. Cancellation: Failure to notify Harford County to cancel a scheduled ride results in another deserving person who needs a ride not being able to get one. Continued failure to cancel appointments may affect your transportation privileges.

Fares


  • Senior Activity Centers (One Way): $1.00 cash or 1 Harford Transit Voucher (purchased through Harford Transit)
  • Medical/Personal Errands/Shopping, etc. (One Way): $2.00 cash or 2 Harford Transit Vouchers
Persons needing assistance to ride can bring an aide on board free of charge. The aide must call Harford Transit and register. Companions can ride with payment of the regular fare. Exact fare is required each time you use the bus, for drivers cannot make change. 

Extended Demand Response Service


Harford Transit does provide an Extended Demand Response Service for eligible senior citizens, individuals with disabilities, and low-income wage earners. Click here to learn more.


Policy Manual

Read the policy manual (PDF) if you have more questions.