Serving the Richmond County, NC area

Area of Richmond Transit

Committed to providing affordable community transportation services to Richmond county residents (free transportation for Medicaid recipients).

We pledge to be on time every time.

Call to Schedule a Ride or Enroll

(910) 895-1313

TTY-TDD: 800-735-2962

About ART

By appointment only.
Any resident of Richmond County is welcome to ride!

Area of Richmond Transit (ART) is a non-profit­operated transportation system designed to provide reliable transportation to that portion of the population for which mobility is a problem. Our drivers are committed to treating our customers with courtesy and consideration during each trip and making sure that each customer arrives at his/her destination safely without injury or harm.

TO/FROM

Doctor's Offices

Dialysis

Pharmacies

Work

School

Day Cares

Senior Citizen Nutrition Sites

Shopping Visits and More...

Call Anytime to Schedule

Last minute appointments are one day prior before noon.

Please Be Ready

Our drivers are only allowed a 3 minute wait time.

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Flat Rate Fees

Click here to view our fees and routes. Please use correct change or purchase a PASS.

Plan Your Next Trip With Us

Rural General Public (RGP) Route

(NOT Health and Human Service clients)

Office Hours

Monday - Friday
6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Operating Hours

Monday - Friday
4:00 AM - 5:00 PM

We follow the local government for all holiday closings.
We follow Richmond County Schools in the event of inclement weather.

Out of County Travel

MONDAY-FRIDAY

Chapel Hill $26
Laurinburg $12

TUESDAY & FRIDAY

Fayetteville $26

WEDNESDAY

Charlotte $26
Wadesboro $12

MONDAY & THURSDAY

Durham, Sanford, Raleigh $26


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Moore County
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the deadline to call to arrange for travel?

The deadline is Noon the day before your needed travel day.

What if I need to cancel my ride?

If you must cancel your ride, please call (910) 895-1313 2-hours prior to your scheduled pickup time.

How do I sign up for the EDTAP Program?

Fill out the EDTAP Program From on the ART webpage. Turn it into the ART office. You will need to bring your unexpired State issued Identification with your current address. Need help with this? Call us at 910-895-1313.

Where does Area of Richmond Transit operate?

We work travel in and around the Richmond County, NC area. We do have routes and costs on the ART webpage. Check out the price guide for destinations and cost.

How much does it cost to ride Area of Richmond Transit?

Check out the price guide on the webpage for destinations and prices.

When is Area of Richmond Transit open?

Office hours are Monday-Friday 6am to 6pm. Buses run from 4am to 5pm Monday-Friday. We will follow the local government for all holiday closings.

Is Area of Richmond Transit handicap accessible?

Absolutely! We have multiple buses with wheelchair lifts and all vans are ADA friendly. When you call please let us know that you need the wheelchair lift.

How do I request an ADA reasonable modification?

Please call us! (910) 895-1313 (TTY 800-735-2962) or email us at melissa.williams@richmondnc.com.

If I have a complaint who do I talk to?

Call 910-895-1313.

How do I change my home address with Area of Richmond Transit?

Please call 910-895-1313. If you are a Medicaid customer, please call Medicaid Transportation at 910-997-8445.

When can my transportation show up to pick me up for my appointment?

ART buses can show up ONE HOUR before your appointment. If you are a Medicaid customer, ART buses can show up ONE HOUR before your appointment.