Transportation Resources in Maricopa County
Families and individuals in Maricopa County have access to public transit, reduced fare programs, volunteer driver services, and non-emergency medical transportation. Below are programs that help seniors, people with disabilities, and low-income residents get to essential appointments, school, and community activities.
🚊 Public Transit & Reduced Fare Programs
Valley Metro – Bus, Light Rail & Streetcar
📞 Phone: (602) 253-5000 or AZ Relay 711
🌐 Website: Valley Metro
Services: Bus, light rail, and paratransit services across Phoenix metro.
Reduced Fare Program: Discounts for seniors (65+), persons with disabilities, Medicare cardholders, and youth (6–18).
Fares:
Local 1-Ride: $2 (Reduced: $1)
Local Daily Max: $4 (Reduced: $2)
Local Monthly Max: $64 (Reduced: $32)
Express/RAPID 1-Ride: $3.25
Neighborhood circulators: Free
Valley Metro Dial-a-Ride / ADA Paratransit
📍 Address: 4600 E Washington Street, Suite 101, Phoenix, AZ 85034
📞 Phone: (602) 716-2100
🌐 Website: Dial-a-Ride Info
Services: Door-to-door transportation for eligible seniors and individuals with disabilities.
Eligibility:
Seniors 65+ (proof of age and address required)
Individuals with disabilities unable to use public transit independently
Notes: Riders may be picked up in a van or small bus; personal care attendants can ride free if approved.
🚗 Specialized & Community Transportation Services
MAG Connect-A-Ride
📞 Phone: (602) 254-6300
🌐 Website: MAG Connect-A-Ride
Services: Directory of human services transportation providers for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and low-income residents.
Area Agency on Aging – Region One
📍 Address: 1366 E Thomas Road, Suite 108, Phoenix, AZ
📞 Phone: (602) 264-2255 | Senior HELP-LINE: 602-264-HELP (4357)
🌐 Website: Area Agency on Aging Region One
⏰ Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM – 5 PM
Services: Transportation programs for seniors, including volunteer driver services for medical appointments and errands.
Foothills Caring Corps
📍 Address: 7275 East St, Suite 103, Carefree, AZ 85377
📞 Phone: (480) 488-8117
🌐 Website: Foothills Caring Corps
⏰ Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Services: Volunteer-based transportation for seniors in northern Maricopa County for medical, shopping, and social visits.
GoGoGrandparent
📞 Phone: 1-855-755-2721 ext. 78059
🌐 Website: GoGoGrandparent
Services: On-demand rides for seniors (works with Uber/Lyft, DoorDash, Instacart, and more). Call without a smartphone, available 24/7.
Elaine AZ
📍 Address: 1075 West Jackson Street, Phoenix, AZ
📞 Phone: (602) 848-1717
📧 Email: elainerides@elaineaz.org
🌐 Website: Elaine AZ
Services: Transportation support for underserved communities, connecting people to healthcare, employment, and food resources.
🚑 Medical & Medicaid Transportation
Arizona Department of Economic Security – Transportation Resources
📞 Phone: 1-844-770-9500
🌐 Website: DES Transportation Services
Services: Public transit, rideshare, shuttle services, door-to-door pickup, and Dial-a-Ride resources.
Arizona Complete Health – Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT)
📍 Address: 1870 W Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85281
📞 Phone: 1-888-788-4408
🌐 Website: Arizona Complete Health
⏰ Hours: Mon–Fri 8 AM – 5 PM
Services: Covered rides to healthcare appointments for Medicaid (AHCCCS) members who cannot secure their own transportation.
2-1-1 Arizona Transportation Hotline
📞 Contact: Dial 2-1-1
🌐 Website: 211 Arizona
Services: Information on transportation options for low-income individuals, including non-emergency medical rides.
HelpMeAZ.com – Free Bus Passes
📞 Phone: (480) 588-3169 or (602) 266-7527
🌐 Website: HelpMeAZ.com Transportation
Services: Free bus passes for homeless individuals; also lists resources for rent, dental care, showers, transitional housing, jobs, and legal help.
If you’ve been contacted by Nest Health or your health plan and think you might be eligible for Nest Health’s services, call 866-222-NEST.