RideShare Voucher Program

The Amarillo Ride-Share Voucher Pilot Program provides affordable, curb-to-curb transportation for eligible Amarillo residents who need help getting to medical appointments, jobs, grocery stores, and other essential services. Riders pay just $1 per trip, with the remaining cost covered through grant funding.

The Ride-Share Voucher Pilot Program begins February 10, 2026, and will operate for six months. Data collected during the pilot will help the City and its partners evaluate long-term transportation options for the community.

Program Basics

• A 6-month pilot ride-share voucher program providing affordable, curb-to-curb transportation for non-emergency medical and essential trips.
• To help transportation-disadvantaged residents access medical care, jobs, groceries, and essential services at a reduced rate.
• A partnership between the City of Amarillo, Amarillo City Transit (ACT), and the Panhandle Regional Planning Commission using federal grant funding.

Eligibility

• Amarillo residents who are:
  • 65 years or older
  • Individuals with disabilities
  • Referred clients from medical, social service, or workforce agencies
  • Women with dependent children referred through Region 16 Head Start

Participation is limited and based on eligibility, funding availability, and capacity.

Cost & Trip Limits

• $1 per trip
• Remaining cost is subsidized
• Up to 6 trips per week
• Additional essential trips may be approved case-by-case
• Trips are non-emergency only
• M-F 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

How the Program Works / Step-by-Step

1. Call Transit to apply / Staff will review eligibility and enrollment
   • 806-378-6919
   • Tuesday–Thursday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
2. Once Approved: Schedule rides using vouchers
   • Trips must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance
3. Ride assistance
   • 806-378-3095
   • Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
4. In-person help available
   • Amarillo Multimodal Transfer Station
     509 S Bowie St.