Mass Transportation Authority | 1401 South Dort Highway | Flint, Michigan 48503 | 810-767-0100 | TTY: 810-767-2795
Frequently Asked Questions about MTA
How does one advertise on MTA buses?
For information on advertising on MTA buses, please contact
CBS Outdoor at 810-232-8400.
What time do the MTA offices close?
The MTA offices are open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Does the MTA travel out of State?
No. The MTA’s primary routes are throughout the city of Flint. The MTA’s Your Ride transports throughout Genesee County. The MTA transports workers regionally to Oakland and Livingston counties as well as to the Delphi plant in Troy. For more information on these routes you may pick up our Primary and Regional route guides at the customer service department at the downtown transit center, or at the MTA’s administration building on S. Dort Hwy.
Does the office shut down for lunch?
No, the offices are open during lunch hours for the convenience of our passengers.
What time do the buses start running?
Primary route service hours are:
Monday-Friday 6:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m.
Saturday 6:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m.
Sunday 9:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
The MTA does not operate buses on the following legal holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Can you explain the different MTA passes?
General Bus Pass
Used by the general public.
$45.00 per month
System-wide Bus Pass
Used on both MTA buses and Your Ride vans as well as Regional routes.
$80.00 per month
MTA "Reduced Fare Eligible " Bus Pass
Used by persons with disabilities or 65 years and older. To purchase this pass you must present proof of eligibility. This pass can only be used on MTA Buses.
$22.50 per month
Your Ride Special Bus Pass
Used by persons with disabilities or 65 years and older.
To purchase you must present proof of eligibility. This pass can be used on Your Ride only.
$30.00 per month
How do I get an MTA Eligibility card?
In order to qualify for an MTA eligibility card, you must fill
out an MTA Eligibility Application. If you are over the age of 65, an eligibility card is not needed. If you are under the age of 65, you need to have a health or agency professional verify your disability. Attached to the MTA Eligibility application is the form your doctor, health professional or agency professional will need to fill out. After your application has been verified and approved, your picture will be taken and put onto the card. If you have any questions regarding the MTA Eligibility card, please call the MTA Customer Service Department at (810) 767-0100.
How do I get an ADA Eligibility card?
To qualify for an ADA Eligibility card, you must qualify under one of three categories. Any individual with a disability qualifies who is:
An ADA eligibility application needs to be filled out and turned into the MTA customer service department. The application will be reviewed in order to verify that the criteria for eligibility is met. For more information, call the MTA customer service department at (810) 767-0100 or download a copy of the ADA Form here.