Enjoy the convenience of having a CARTS bus pick you up at your home, take you to your destination, and then back home again. Ideal for disabled individuals or others requiring special assistance, Community Transit service provides curb-to-curb transportation throughout Central Texas.
You can still schedule a ride by calling 512-478-RIDE (7433). This option will always be available for those who prefer to speak with a representative.
CARTS Country Bus services operate Monday through Friday only in rural areas of Hays County.
To find out if you qualify for service, click below and enter your address:👉 Check to See If You Are in Our Service Zone
The City of San Marcos offers free On-Demand Paratransit service for residents 65 and older, and those with disabilities preventing use of fixed-route transit. This curb-to-curb service operates within city limits and booking via phone, online, or the CARTS App powered by Spare.
ADA services are available from 7:00 am to 6:00pm.
CARTS also provides Senior Shopper trips twice weekly from select senior living communities to Walmart or H-E-B. For schedules and fares, call (512) 805-7433.
Paratransit riders must register—applications are available online in English and Spanish. Riders must receive approval before using the service. For assistance and service area infrmation, contact CARTS at (512) 805-7433.
Fares are set by zones. A CARTS customer service agent will inform you of ride costs when booking the trip. All fares are based on a oneway trip. Half-price fare is available for registered CARTS Customers, Seniors 65 and older, Persons with Disabilities, and Children Under 12.
The online services are here to help customers communicate with our Reservations Center. Call our Reservations Center at 512-478-7433 to talk to a Reservationist about your trip or get information about our services.
