Lawrence Transit will start charging $3 for each one-way on demand ride starting Sunday, and payments can be made through an app, web portal or a phone call.
Lawrence Transit On Demand allows riders to get to and from their destinations when regular buses aren’t available — between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m. Mondays through Saturdays, from midnight to 6 a.m. Sundays, and during the day from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays.
Fees will go into effect starting Sunday, March 1, and the city will only accept payment via credit card, not cash or pass.
Fixed-route buses will remain fare-free.
People can connect their credit card through the app or web browser by clicking on the person icon at the top left corner of the screen, per a city news release. Riders should select “Payments,” then “Add a Card” and enter credit card details before clicking “Set Up.” People can take cards off of their accounts by clicking on them and hitting “Remove.”
Alternatively, folks can securely add a card to their account by calling customer service at 785-864-4644.
The Connected City Advisory board opted to charge fares for on demand services, which were previously free to passengers, in a November meeting.
Most riders book rides through the Lawrence Transit On Demand app or online, but people can also call 785-864-4644 during business hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, to schedule a ride in advance.
Note: This article was originally posted Feb. 16. We are reposting it as a reminder to readers that the change is set to take effect.
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