Transportation

MCRide: Dial-A-Ride

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Learn More About This Program

Please make sure to contact MCRide: 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 convenient public transit program designed to provide transportation services for older adults and individuals with disabilities. This program offers affordable pricing options, with a standard fare of $3.00 for the first 5 miles and $0.25 for each additional mile beyond that initial distance. Riders eligible for the senior/disabled fare can enjoy a reduced rate of $1.50 for the first 5 miles, with the same $0.25 charge for each additional mile. To access this service, riders must schedule their trips in advance, typically requiring a booking a few days prior to the intended travel date. Payment for rides can be made either by cash or check, offering flexibility to participants. Dial-A-Ride facilitates shared van rides, promoting a sense of community and reducing transportation costs for passengers. When utilizing Dial-A-Ride, individuals can expect reliable curb-to-curb transportation, ensuring they reach their destinations safely and comfortably. This program's pay-by-mile system encourages efficient route planning and cost-effective travel for older adults and individuals with disabilities.

Service Area

Services available throughout most of McHenry County, including the cities of Crystal Lake, Harvard, Marengo, McHenry, Woodstock, and the Villages of Algonquin, Barrington Hills, Bull Valley, Cary, Fox Lake (including areas in Lake County), Fox River Grove (including areas in Lake County), Greenwood, Hebron, Huntley (including areas in Kane County), Island Lake (including areas in Lake County), Johnsburg, Lake in the Hills, Lakemoor (including areas in Lake County), Lakewood, McCullom Lake, Oakwood Hills, Port Barrington (including areas in Lake County), Prairie Grove, Richmond, Ringwood, and Union.

Contact MCRide: Dial-A-Ride

2200 North Seminary Avenue
Woodstock, IL 60098
(800) 451-4599
https://www.mchenrycountyil.gov/departments/transportation/transit-services/mcride-dial-a-ride

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