About Transportation for Women
Transportation assistance helps women get to work, court, prenatal appointments, childcare, and DV shelters. Public transit passes are often free or discounted through TANF, Medicaid non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT, which covers rides to all covered medical visits at no cost), and WIC. Many workforce and job training programs include bus passes, and the Ways to Work program funds low-interest car loans for working parents. Domestic violence shelters often coordinate confidential relocation transportation through VAWA-funded programs. In rural areas, dial-a-ride and volunteer driver programs operate through Area Agencies on Aging and community action agencies. This directory includes transit authorities, Medicaid NEMT providers, and car-ownership assistance.
18 Resources
The Birmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority operates fixed-route bus service throughout the Birmingham metro area. Women can use BJCTA to access jobs, medical appointments, grocery stores, and social services. Call 205-521-0101 for routes and schedules. Located at 2121 Rev Abraham Woods Jr Blvd, Birmingham. Fares are low-cost; discounts available for seniors and persons with disabilities. Service Mon-Sat 5am-9pm.
205-521-0101 · 2121 Rev Abraham Woods Jr Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35203 · Mon-Sat 5am-9pm
The Montgomery Area Transit System provides fixed-route bus service throughout the Montgomery metro area. Women can use MATS to reach employment, medical appointments, and services. Call 334-262-7321 for routes, schedules, and fare information. Located at 3100 Fairview Ave, Montgomery. Regular fares are low-cost; reduced fares available for eligible riders. Service Mon-Sat 5am-8pm.
334-262-7321 · 3100 Fairview Ave, Montgomery, AL 36108 · Mon-Sat 5am-8pm
Wave Transit provides public bus service throughout the Mobile metropolitan area. Women can use Wave Transit to commute to work, reach medical appointments, and access community services. Call 251-344-6600 or visit thewavetransit.com for route maps and schedules. Located at 1017 Virginia St, Mobile. Fares are low-cost; reduced rates available for seniors and riders with disabilities. Service Mon-Sat 5am-7pm.
251-344-6600 · 1017 Virginia St, Mobile, AL 36604 · Mon-Sat 5am-7pm · Visit Website
Huntsville Transit provides public bus service throughout the Huntsville area, connecting women to employment, medical facilities, and community resources. Call 256-532-7433 or visit huntsvilleal.gov for routes, schedules, and fare information. Located at 1110 Meridian St N, Huntsville. Fixed-route service Mon-Fri 5:30am-6:30pm. Paratransit service available for women with qualifying disabilities.
256-532-7433 · 1110 Meridian St N, Huntsville, AL 35801 · Mon-Fri 5:30am-6:30pm · Visit Website
The Tuscaloosa Transit Authority provides bus service throughout the Tuscaloosa metro area, helping women access jobs, healthcare, and community services. Call 205-758-3475 or visit tuscaloosa.com for routes and schedules. Located at 1301 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Tuscaloosa. Low-cost fares; discounts available for eligible riders. Service Mon-Sat 5:30am-6:30pm. Route maps available at transit stops.
205-758-3475 · 1301 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 · Mon-Sat 5:30am-6:30pm · Visit Website
Alabama Medicaid covers non-emergency medical transportation for enrolled women who have no other way to reach covered medical appointments. Call 866-560-0321 at least 3 business days in advance to schedule a ride. Have your Medicaid ID number and appointment details ready. Transportation is provided to physician offices, hospitals, pharmacies, and dialysis centers. Free for eligible Medicaid recipients statewide.
866-560-0321 · Statewide Service · By Appointment · Visit Website
Lee-Russell Public Transit provides affordable public transportation for women in the Auburn-Opelika area, connecting riders to employment, medical care, shopping, and community services. Call 334-749-5266 for routes and schedules. Located in Auburn. Serves Lee and Russell counties. Low-cost fares; schedule and route information available by phone. Service Mon-Fri 6am-6pm. Paratransit services available for eligible riders.
334-749-5266 · Auburn, AL 36830 · Mon-Fri 6am-6pm · Visit Website
The Anniston-Calhoun County Transit System provides public bus service for women in the Anniston and Oxford area, connecting riders to employment, medical appointments, and social services. Call 256-237-8430 for routes and schedules. Located in Anniston. Service available Mon-Fri 6am-6pm. Low-cost fares; schedules available by phone or at the transit office. Paratransit services available for qualified riders.
256-237-8430 · Anniston, AL 36201 · Mon-Fri 6am-6pm · Visit Website
Gadsden-Etowah County Transit provides public transportation for women in the Gadsden area, offering bus routes connecting riders to employment, medical care, and services in Etowah County. Call 256-549-4597 for route and schedule information. Located in Gadsden. Service Mon-Fri 6am-6pm. Fares are low-cost; schedule details available by phone or at the transit office. Paratransit options available for eligible riders.
256-549-4597 · Gadsden, AL 35901 · Mon-Fri 6am-6pm · Visit Website
Amtrak provides national passenger rail service connecting major US cities. Women can book tickets at amtrak.com or by calling 1-800-872-7245. Amtrak offers discounts for seniors, veterans, AAA members, and children. The rail network is useful for women traveling to cities not served by local transit. Multi-city rail passes available. Tickets can be purchased online 24/7 with advance booking often yielding lowest fares.
Nationwide · Online
Greyhound provides long-distance intercity bus service across the United States, connecting hundreds of cities and towns. Women can book affordable tickets online at greyhound.com or call 1-800-231-2222. Greyhound serves many smaller communities not reached by Amtrak. Luggage allowances included with most tickets. Flexible ticketing and multi-city passes available. Book online 24/7 for best available fares.
Nationwide · Online · Visit Website
FlixBus and Megabus provide low-cost intercity bus travel between major US cities, with fares starting as low as
when booked early. Both services offer free WiFi on most routes and comfortable seating. Women can book tickets online at megabus.com or flixbus.com. Routes connect major metro areas and college towns. No phone reservations required; all bookings done digitally online or via app.
Nationwide · Online · Visit Website
The US Department of Transportation website at transportation.gov provides federal resources on public transit, rail, air travel, accessibility for persons with disabilities, and transportation safety. Women can find information on ADA transportation rights, transit grant programs, and federal transportation assistance. The National Transit Database lists all federally funded transit systems. Free to access online 24/7.
Nationwide · Online · Visit Website
Dialing 211 connects women with a local specialist who can provide referrals to transportation assistance programs, including free or subsidized bus passes, medical ride programs, volunteer driver services, and other community transportation resources. Available in most areas of the US. Also accessible at 211.org. Free to call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Bilingual specialists available in many regions.
Nationwide · Online · Visit Website
The VA Beneficiary Travel Program provides mileage reimbursement or free transportation to VA medical appointments for eligible women veterans meeting distance or financial criteria. Contact your local VA medical center to enroll in the travel pay program. DAV also provides free volunteer driver transportation to VA appointments through their Transportation Network. Visit va.gov for eligibility requirements.
Nationwide · Online · Visit Website
Modivcare provides non-emergency medical transportation services for Medicaid recipients in many states, arranging rides to and from medical appointments when no other transportation is available. Contact your state Medicaid office or Modivcare directly at modivcare.com to determine eligibility and schedule a ride. Advance scheduling of at least 3 business days is typically required. Free for eligible Medicaid enrollees.
Nationwide · Online · Visit Website
The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety provides senior driving resources, safety programs, and free CarFit assessments helping older women drive safely as long as possible. Their website at aaafoundation.org offers driving assessment tools, information on when to limit driving, and resources on alternative transportation for seniors who can no longer drive safely. Free online resources and local program referrals.
Nationwide · Online · Visit Website
The National Aging and Disability Transportation Center provides information and resources on transportation options for older women and women with disabilities. Visit nadtc.org for a database of community transportation programs, guides on accessible transit, and information on mobility management services. NADTC also offers a helpline to answer transportation access questions. Free online resource available 24/7.
Nationwide · Online · Visit Website
Frequently Asked
- How many transportation resources are in Alabama?
- Women's Corner tracks 18 verified transportation resources for women in Alabama.
- Are transportation resources in Alabama free?
- 10 of the 18 listed transportation resources in Alabama are explicitly free or low-cost.
- Which cities in Alabama have transportation resources?
- Listings span cities including Birmingham, Montgomery, Mobile, Huntsville, Tuscaloosa, Auburn.
- What are some examples of transportation resources in Alabama?
- Featured entries include Birmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority (BJCTA), Montgomery Area Transit System (MATS), Wave Transit — Mobile, Huntsville Transit, Tuscaloosa Transit Authority.
- Do these listings include phone numbers?
- 9 of 18 Alabama transportation listings include verified phone numbers.
- How do I get a free bus pass?
- Most transit agencies have reduced or free passes for low-income riders, seniors, students, and people with disabilities — apply through the transit agency directly. TANF and SNAP recipients often qualify for free passes through state Human Services. Domestic violence shelters, job training programs, and recovery programs typically provide transit passes for participants.
- Are there free rides to medical appointments?
- Yes. Medicaid in every state covers Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) — call your Medicaid managed care plan or state Medicaid office to schedule rides to doctor visits, dialysis, therapy, and pharmacy. American Cancer Society's Road to Recovery and Angel Flight provide free transportation for cancer and serious illness. 211 can find local volunteer driver programs.
- Can I get help buying or fixing a car?
- Yes — Ways to Work, Modest Needs, Vehicles for Change, and 1-800-Charity-Cars provide low-interest loans or donated vehicles to low-income working parents. Many state TANF programs have car repair funds for parents who need transportation for work. Local United Way 211 has the most current list — funds rotate.
- What if I have no transportation to my job?
- Tell your American Job Center caseworker — WIOA can fund transportation as a 'supportive service' including bus passes, gas cards, and car repair. SNAP E&T and TANF work programs also pay for transportation. Many employers in low-wage industries (logistics, healthcare) now offer transit stipends or shuttle service from designated pickup points.