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Public Transportation Services
About the Service
The Harper County Public Transportation Services program fleet has three wheelchair lift & restraint system equipped vehicles and Ford Transit 9 passenger van. Larger vehicles can accommodate up to 12 passengers.
Public transportation is provided to the elderly, disabled, and general public (under age 60) passenger. Equal access is provided to all persons who request public transportation services. Service is first come, first served.
Transportation is available Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Service is not available on weekends or county holidays. Advance ride reservations are requested. A weekly transit schedule is published in local papers but the schedule can vary and demand response (current day notice) is accepted. Service is provided In-City (local), In-County (or across county), and Out of County <70 miles.
Curb to curb service is provided or the passenger can choose to meet our vehicle at a designated location. Drivers can break the threshold of the door when picking passengers up but riders are expected to be ready when transit arrives. Riders should plan to bring a helper if they cannot navigate shopping or errands independently. View our full "Passenger Policy" here.
Regulation
Harper County Public Transportation Services is a member of the Mid Kansas Transit District (Coordinated Transit District #9) and the Kansas Public Transit Association. The public transportation services program is regulated by Kansas Department on Transportation with technical support from the Federal Transit Administration.
Harper County public Transportation Services is a local coordinating partner with other transit providers in the south central Kansas area.
Fee Schedule
Public Transportation passengers' fees are:
| Trip | Fee |
|---|---|
| In-city local round trip | $4 per passenger |
| Out-of-county round trip | $20 per passenger |
| In-county (or across the county) round trip | $7 per passenger |
Ride Cards
The system also has a ride card program. The ride cards are $25 with a $31 value. ($1 punches) Payment accepted: Cash, Check or Credit Card.
About Our Drivers
Harper County public Transportation Services drivers are required to attend annual training and are certified in first aid and CPR. Safety of all passengers is a high priority. The system also has written driver and passenger policies.
Funding & Administration
The public transportation services program in Harper County, Kansas is funded by U.S.C. 49-5311 operating and capitol grants, Harper County tax funds, passengers fees, and the State of Kansas Comprehensive Transportation Plan. Harper County Department on Aging administers the public Transportation Services program for Harper County, Kansas. The contact telephone number for the Harper County Public Transportation Service is 620-842-5104 or toll free at 877-537-2110.