Use on-demand services with Transit
On-demand services, or microtransit, is a form of public transportation that is used as a convenient connection to frequent fixed-route services, or on it's own. New to microtransit? Don't worry! While a new mode of transportation can be overwhelming, Transit makes it simple. Just follow these steps and you'll be on your way to better mobility!
Here's what this article covers:
- Using on-demand services from the main screen
- How to plan a trip using on-demand services in Transit
- Troubleshoot on-demand issues
- Where is on demand offered?
Using on-demand services from the main screen
1. Look for the on-demand service in your Nearby list. Note that the on-demand card is separate from the ridehail card.
2. Tap Request ride: 
3. You will be directed to the service picker screen, where you will be able to request your ride by tapping on Request ride.
How to plan a trip using on-demand services in Transit
1. Plan your trip as you usually would. If your trip is eligible for on-demand, you will see it in your trip results.
2. Tap on the trip you want to take to bring you to the trip details page: 
3. Tap Request On-Demand Service. This will redirect you to your agency's on-demand app where you can book the ride.
Book online (select MN agencies only)
Riders in Minnesota who use Otter Express, ZIPS Paratransit, or Rolling Hills Transit and have an app version of 5.13.0 or higher can now book a ride online instead of calling to reserve one. Learn more.
Troubleshoot on-demand problems
⚠️ My trip doesn't give me an on-demand option
This option may not be available for your trip. There are many possible reasons for this: maybe the trip is too far, or maybe the fixed routes in your area serve you better. On-demand service operates based on zones – if you're not getting results, it could be because your origin and/or destination are not in compatible zones.
⚠️ Fare issues
Fares are managed by your local agency, so it's best to contact them with any specific questions.
Where is on-demand offered?
Canada
Alberta
- Calgary, AB: Calgary On Demand
- Edmonton, AB: Edmonton On Demand
- Strathcona County, AB: Strathcona County On-Demand
New Brunswick
- Saint John, NB: Saint John Transit Flex
Ontario
- Durham, ON: DRT On Demand
- Milton, ON: Milton Transit OnDemand
- Niagara Region, ON: NRT OnDemand
Quebec
- Gatineau, QC: STO à la demande
- Longueuil, QC: RTL à la demande
- Rimouski, QC: STRimouski
Saskatchewan
- Saskatoon, SK: Saskatoon Transit OnDemand
United States
California
- Bakersfield, CA: GET On-Demand
- Bay Area, CA: Tri MyRide
- Helmet, CA: GoMicro On-Demand
- San Bernadino, CA: OmniRide
Colorado
- Lone Tree, CO: Link On Demand
Florida
- Pinellas County, FL: PSTA Direct Connect
- Miami, FL: MetroConnect
Illinois
- Chicago, IL: Pace Connect
Ohio
- Cincinnati, OH: SORTA MetroNow!
- Columbus, OH: COTA//Plus
Missouri
- Kansas City, MO: RideKC Flex
- St. Louis, MO: Via Metro STL
Minnesota
- Brown County Heartland Express
- Central Community Transit
- Kato Flex and Kato Paratransit
- Minnesota River Valley Transit
- Morris Transit
- Otter Express
- Prairie Five Rides
- Rainbow Rider Transit
- Rolling Hills Transit
- SMART
- Tri-Cap Transit Connection
- TRUE Transit
- United Community Transit
- ZIPS Paratransit
Nevada
- Las Vegas, NV: RTC-OnDemand
- Washoe County, NV: RTC Washoe FlexRIDE
New Mexico
- Albuquerque, NM: ABQ RIDE
New York
- Nassau County, NY: NICE MINI
- Rochester, NY: RTS On Demand
Texas
- San Antonio, TX: RideCo VIA Link
Utah
- Salt Lake City, UT: UTA On Demand by Via
West Virginia
- Charleston, WV: KRT Plus
Washington
- Tacoma, WA: Pierce Transit Runner
- Vancouver, WA: The Current