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SENIOR SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES
DIAL-A-RIDE: Transportation Services for Seniors in the Antelope Valley
Are you 65 years or older or do you have a disability, and reside within the Antelope Valley? If so, the Antelope
Valley Transit Authority (AVTA) offers a shared ride, curb-to-curb transportation service to assist you. Riders can apply for
Dial-a-Ride services by calling (661) 945-9445 to obtain an application.
Eligibility Requirements:
Proof of age and residency is required for riders 65 years or older. Riders under the age of 65 years require proof of
residency and a letter from a physician specifying condition of disability.
Hours of Service: Monday through Friday: 6:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Saturday through Sunday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Christmas Eve, Day after Thanksgiving: 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Service not provided on New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day,
Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Fare/Fee:
Urban Zone: $3.00 one way
Group Rate: $1.25 one way*
Rural Zone 1: $3.50 one way
Group Rate: $1.75 one way*
Rural Zone 2: $6.00 one way
Group Rate: $3.00 one way*
* Group Rate fare is per person and applies
to three or more Dial-a-Ride qualified
passengers traveling from one origin to
the same destination. Please call (661) 945-9445 Ext. 1 to confirm fares.
As a certified rider you may arrange to bring along
one Personal Care Assistant at no charge.
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To schedule a ride:
Call (661) 945-9445 Ext. 1 on Monday through
Sunday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Reservations
may be made up to three days in advance and on
the same day on a first come, first served basis.
Same day service is provided subject to availability
of vehicle, time and capacity.
SENIORS (65+) RIDE FOR FREE!
Seniors who are 65 or older ride free on AVTA
Buses from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
on weekdays and all day on weekends.
Please see page 8 for more information.