Transportation

City of Gardena: Special Transit

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Please make sure to contact City of Gardena: Special Transit to confirm details of their transportation services.

Provides rides for any purpose, as long as you meet one of the following criteria: you have a disability.

The Special Transit program offers convenient transportation services for older adults, including those with visual impairments. To use this service, riders need to schedule their trips in advance, with at least a day's notice, ensuring they can plan their travels efficiently. The program offers different pricing options, with a regular fare of $0.75 for a one-way trip. Legally blind passengers are eligible to ride for free, providing them with essential transportation support. Additionally, riders associated with specific organizations such as the Gardena Senior Citizens Bureau can take advantage of discounted fares, making the service more accessible to a wider range of older adults. For example, passengers from the Gardena Senior Citizens Bureau can purchase S.S.I tickets for $0.50, enabling them to save on transportation costs. Residents of Hawthorne can benefit from Dial-A-Ride tokens sold by the city for $0.75 one-way, offering them an affordable and convenient way to travel within the community. Transportation is provided through vans, ensuring older adults can travel comfortably and safely to their destinations. The service operates on a curb-to-curb basis, prioritizing the convenience and accessibility of older adults who rely on this essential transportation program. By proactively scheduling their rides in advance, older adults can make the most of this valuable service and maintain their independence while traveling within their communities.

Service Area

City of GardenaCity of HawthorneLos Angeles County (Alondra Park and Del Aire)

Days of operation

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

Contact City of Gardena: Special Transit

1700 West 162nd St
Gardena, CA 90247
(310) 217-9552
http://ridegtrans.com/routes-schedules/special-transit/

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