Please make sure to contact Massachusetts Bay Regional Transportation Authority MBTA: The RIDE 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 RIDE is a flexible transportation program designed to meet the needs of older adults. It offers non-emergency medical transportation services through the convenience of taxis, ensuring that older adults can travel safely to appointments and errands. Scheduling a ride in advance is simple, with options for both one-day and longer advance notice. This program is part of the public transit system and accepts various forms of payment, including insurance, vouchers, donations, and credit cards. The RIDE provides a range of transportation options, from private car rides to shared van services, all at affordable rates. Whether traveling a short distance with a flat fee or further with a per-mile charge, older adults can rely on The RIDE for their transportation needs. Additionally, the program offers additional support for riders, such as assistance with packages, allowing service animals on board, and even providing drivers who can wait for passengers during errands or appointments. With a focus on accessibility and convenience, The RIDE ensures that older adults have reliable transportation that is tailored to their specific requirements. From door-to-door service to curb-to-curb assistance, this program strives to make traveling easier and more enjoyable for older adults in the community.

Service Area

The RIDE serves these cities and towns: Arlington, Bedford, Belmont, Beverly, Boston, Braintree, Brookline, Burlington, Cambridge, Canton, Chelsea, Cohasset, Concord, Danvers, Dedham, Everett, Hingham, Holbrook, Hull, Lexington, Lincoln, Lynn, Lynnfield, Malden, Marblehead, Medfield, Medford, Melrose, Middleton, Milton, Nahant, Needham, Newton, Norwood, Peabody, Quincy, Randolph, Reading, Revere, Salem, Saugus, Sharon, Somerville, Stoneham, Swampscott, Topsfield, Wakefield, Walpole, Waltham, Watertown, Wenham, Weston, Westwood, Weymouth, Wilmington, Winchester, Winthrop, and Woburn. Portions of Abington, Avon, Billerica, Brockton, Stoughton, and Wellesley are also served.

Days of operation

Contact Massachusetts Bay Regional Transportation Authority MBTA: The RIDE

10 Park Plaza Suite 3910
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 337-2727
http://www.mbta.com/riding_the_t/accessible_services/default.asp?id=7108