Transportation Services
This page is a resource for information about transportation services in your community! Contact each service directly to schedule trips, ask questions, and share feedback. For general information, call RIPTA’s customer service department at 401-781-9400.
Local Transportation Services
East Providence Senior Center
- Transportation available for East Providence residents age 55+ and those with a disability (18+).
- Pickups are in East Providence.
- Trips can include:
- Lunch and afternoon activities at the Senior Center.
- Senior shopping at Stop & Shop or Shaw’s on Thursday mornings, by appointment only. These trips must be requested 24 hours in advance and are confirmed day-of.
- Buses are wheelchair accessible, but passengers must be independent. Drivers do not assist.
- Transportation costs $1 round trip and can be paid in cash at boarding or monthly.
- Call 401-435-7800 to make trip appointments. Regular appointments will be confirmed monthly and again a few days in advance of trip.
- Website: https://eastprovidenceri.gov/departments/senior-center
Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) &
Elderly Transportation Program (ETP)
Medical Transportation Management (MTM) provides statewide transportation for Medicaid members and for all Rhode Islanders age 60+ for routine, non-emergency medical appointments. Trips must be scheduled at least two business days in advance and must occur Monday-Friday between 5 AM and 6 PM. Call 855-330-9131 to schedule.
RIPTA Services
Fixed-Route
Fixed-route buses operate along designated routes with specified stops. Information on these routes is provided by public schedules.
RIde Paratransit
RIde service is available through an application process for individuals whose disability prevents use of the fixed route system or prevents travel to or from bus stops. RIde operates within a 3/4-mile corridor on either side of a fixed route and costs $4 per trip. Learn more at RIde Paratransit Program – RIPTA or call 401-461-9760.
Vanpool
A vanpool is a shared mobility program where participants traveling on similar routes lease a vehicle and collectively decide their daily route, times, driving responsibilities, and stop locations. For information, contact RIPTA Commuter Resources: 401-784-9575 or commuter@ripta.com.
Taxi Services
Find taxi providers that operate in East Providence here.
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