Washtenaw County Transportation Services
City of Saline
The City of Saline subsidizes the cost of transportation services for all residents of the City of Saline through People’s Express. Residents of Saline may travel anywhere in the city for $4.00 each way, with seniors and persons with disabilities paying half of that fare ($2 each way), including trips to Walmart or the Saline High School. Trips leaving the City of Saline, such as trips going to Ann Arbor or Ypsilanti, must be specially arranged and are per-mile pricing.
Northfield Township
Northfield Township subsidizes the cost of transportation services for its residents through People’s Express. Transportation anywhere within the Township is $2.00 each way. Seniors and people with disabilities receive a discounted fare of $1.00 each way.
Trips leaving Northfield Township are per mile pricing: $2.50 per mile or $1.25 per mile for seniors and those with disabilities. Exceptions for the out-of-boundary mileage charge include the following destinations: CVS and Kroger in Hamburg ($2.00 each way), City of Brighton ($7.00 each way), City of South Lyon ($7.00 each way), and the Ann Arbor-Ypsilanti Urban Area (No more than $7.00 each way).
Enhancing Mobility for Seniors and Disabilities: Federal Grant 5310
Federal Transit Grant 5310 is a federal funding program administered by the Regional Transit Authority (RTA), that provides funding to support the transportation needs of individuals with disabilities and older adults. The program is designed to enhance mobility options and improve transportation services for these populations, helping them maintain their independence and participate fully in their communities. People’s Express provides 5310 Services in the Eastern Portion of Washtenaw County. Our program brings residents adjacent to the Ann Arbor Urbanized Area from the rural areas to the urban areas to seek equal opportunities.
“We are thrilled to receive this funding, which brings us one step closer to bridging the transportation gap for rural communities of Washtenaw County. With these resources, we can enhance accessibility for seniors and individuals with disabilities, ensuring their access to vital resources in urban areas,” said Eveliina Taylor, Mobility Manager for the People’s Express in Washtenaw Township. “This award is a testament to our commitment to improving mobility and empowering older adults and people with disabilities in our region. We thank the Regional Transit Authority of Southeast Michigan for their support and look forward to the positive impact the continuation of our projects will have on our community.”
COUNTY-WIDE Transportation Services
The AARP Ride@50+ Program is dedicated to enhancing access to transportation options in Washtenaw County for older adults and underserved populations. People’s Express is a key partner with this program and it allows us to serve all of Washtenaw County. All ages are welcome and the one requirement is that your trip must start or end in Washtenaw County.
“It’s like Kayak for Public Transportation”
Reservations must be made at least 3 full business days in advance. Call 877-214-6073 between 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Monday - Friday to schedule your ride.
A call-back will be given 1 business day prior to your scheduled ride. Please be on time. Drivers will wait five minutes. They may arrive up to 15 minutes before or after scheduled pick-up times.
Have a question? Email PEX using the form below.