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Northwest Alabama Council of Local Governments: Dial-a-Ride
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Please make sure to contact Northwest Alabama Council of Local Governments: Dial-a-Ride to confirm details of their transportation services.

Provides rides for any purpose, to all people, and no membership is required.

Dial-a-Ride is a flexible non-emergency medical transportation program that offers older adults the convenience of scheduling private rides via taxi services for their essential transportation needs. This public transit program ensures that older adults can access transportation by allowing them to book rides in advance using multiple payment methods, including insurance, vouchers, donations, and credit cards. The program's pricing structure is tiered based on distance traveled outside city limits, providing cost-effective options for short and longer distances. In addition to providing paratransit services, Dial-a-Ride accommodates riders with packages or bags, ensures accessibility for service animals, and offers door-to-door transportation for added convenience. With the option for on-demand scheduling and shared rides, older adults have the flexibility to plan their trips efficiently and cost-effectively. Whether running errands or attending appointments, riders can benefit from a driver who will wait for them, making it easier to manage multiple tasks during their outings. Overall, Dial-a-Ride is a reliable transportation solution that prioritizes the unique needs and comfort of older adults within the community.


Service Area

Russellville, Haleyville and Hamilton. (Approximately 1.5 miles outside the city limits and up to 10 miles outside the city limits for additional fares.


Days of operation

Monday Open
Tuesday Open
Wednesday Open
Thursday Open
Friday Open
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Contact Northwest Alabama Council of Local Governments: Dial-a-Ride

103 Student Dr
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
(256) 314-0047
https://www.nacolg.org/public-transit

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