Transportation Resources

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KCATA Regional Bus System

KCATA is the one-stop website for trip planning, maps, schedules, and everything you need to ride the bus in the Greater Kansas City Metro area. Several RideKC routes serve North Kansas City. For more information, visit www.kcata.org or call 816-221-0660.

GEST Ride Share Program

The City has partnered with GEST, an on-demand, door-to-door ride shuttle service designed to make local travel simpler, more accessible, and more connected for residents, workers, and visitors.

Key Service Highlights:

On-demand, door-to-door rides within the GEST service area (NKC, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Parkville, and select essential destinations in nearby Northland communities.
$3 fare per ride, each way
Hybrid SUV vehicles
Service operated by trained GEST Driver Ambassadors
Designed to support residents, workers, and businesses.

Easy booking via the GEST App or by calling/texting (816) 919-4378.

Clay County Senior Services Transportation Assistance

Clay County Senior Services partners with several providers to offer low-cost transportation options for residents 60 years and older.

Service begins at 6 a.m. and rides must be completed by 5 p.m.
Individuals may use this service up to 3 round trips per month.
$7 rides per person/per ride if you are ambulatory.
$10 rides per person/per ride if you need a wheelchair lift.

To schedule, call 913-262-8600. For more information, visit claycoseniors.org/transportation.

Electric Bikes & Scooters

Shared-use scooters and electric bicycles are available around town to serve as last-mile connectors, linking people to places. Bike Share KC has several bike hubs located throughout the City, where users can rent bikes to travel the City via its many bike lanes. You can also rent a Bird Scooter to get around NKC.

Carpooling and Commuter Resources

The Mid-America Regional Council hosts the regional carpool ride matching website at www.ridesharekc.org. Find carpool partners, see bus routes and bike lanes, and sign up for the emergency Guaranteed Ride Home program. Carpooling can save you money and reduce traffic congestion.

For more information, call MARC RideShare at 816-842-7433.

Regional Transportation Options

In the Greater Kansas City region, there are many alternatives to driving alone. These transportation options can save you time and money, reduce stress, and reduce pollution. Explore these choices at www.marc.org/KCTripOptions and get to know your community better.

Other Resources

Airports

Department of Transportation

Regional Trails and Bikeways

Regional Trails and Bikeways Map

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