MATA offers reduced fixed-route bus and trolley fares for qualifying students, riders age 65 or older, Medicare cardholders, and riders with disabilities.
Eligible MATA rider in Memphis and Shelby County
Entitlement facts
Benefit type
Government benefit. A government-funded or administered benefit, service, coverage program, assistance program, or public access route. Taxonomy definition →
What it unlocks
A half-price fare for qualifying seniors, Medicare cardholders, and riders with disabilities, plus the current student fare for approved students.
Who qualifies
Eligible MATA rider in Memphis and Shelby County
Requirements
Meet a listed category, provide the required age, enrollment, Medicare, medical, disability, and identity proof, and obtain a valid MATA ID where required.
How to activate
Apply in person at the William Hudson Transit Center with the required documents, obtain the MATA ID, and present it when paying the reduced fare.
Cost basis
Discounted access. The user pays a reduced price rather than receiving the core benefit at no charge.
Cost and fees
The MATA ID currently costs $3, replacements cost $5, and approved riders pay the current reduced fare.
Geography
US, Memphis, Tennessee, Shelby County, Tennessee
Personalization
Published eligibility is not described as individually targeted.
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Eligibility is conditional, not guaranteed.
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Condition
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Personalized
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Personalized
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