HANCOCK CO. — Beginning April 6, anyone needing a ride between Hamilton and Hancock counties has access to public transportation with a single call for a flat fee of $8 each way.
The new program — One-Call Connect — was developed by the Central Indiana Regional Transportation Authority (CIRTA) and Hamilton County Express, RIDE Hancock.
One-Call Connect is open to everyone in Hamilton or Hancock counties, and trips can be for any purpose. Trips must start in one county (Hamilton or Hancock) and end in the other (Hamilton or Hancock). Riders will transfer from one vehicle to another at Leo’s Market and Eatery, 8956 N. 600 West, McCordsville. Drivers will stay with riders until the next vehicle arrives and assist riders with the transfer if needed.
Trips within one county are handled by Hamilton County Express or RIDE Hancock. Rides must be booked 48 hours in advance.
To schedule a trip, residents can call CIRTA at 317-327-7433 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
The transportation service will operate Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.