Make the connection to destinations throughout Charlotte County. Enjoy the freedom of curbside transportation to and from your destination. Leave the worries and high costs of driving behind. Download the Charlotte Rides mobile app on iPhone or Android to start riding with us today!
Transit Fare
All fares are currently free until further notice.
Service Area
Charlotte County Transit is a shared ride curb-to-curb transit service provided to the general public throughout Charlotte County. Service area consists of most of Charlotte County and includes the Charlotte County portion of Englewood, Port Charlotte, and Punta Gorda.
Where Can You Go?
- Airport
- Bank
- Beach
- College
- Doctor visits
- Libraries
- Market
- Meal sites
- Recreation centers
- Restaurants
- Shopping
- Work
Mission
Provide safe, high quality, convenient, efficient, and affordable transportation to the public in Charlotte County.
Service Hours
Monday-Friday: 6:30 a.m.- 6 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. *restricted to a limited service area
Charlotte County Transit service is not provided on Sundays or on County and nationally recognized holidays.
Make a Reservation
Call 941.575.4000
- Option #1: To make a reservation, enroll in the Charlotte County Transit Mobile App, and for information about our transportation services
- Option #2: To cancel a reservation
- Option #3: For Will Call pickup (medical only)
- Option #4: To check the arrival status of your bus
- Option #5: For Mobile App technical assistance
- Option #6: If you have a compliment or concern
Reservations can be made Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Reservations are booked on a first-come, first-served basis. There are no reservations taken on Saturdays.
If you wish to leave a compliment or concern please call: 941.833.6296
Cancellations and No-Shows
Cancellations should be made as soon as possible, no later than one hour before the scheduled pickup time. A cancellation at the door or less than an hour before a scheduled pick up time is considered a no-show incident. Upon arrival of the bus, if the passenger does not board within three minutes, the driver will leave, the passenger will be marked a no-show, and will need to reschedule the trip. Reasonable Modifications can be requested.
Missed Trips Policy: Effective June 1, 2024
Transportation Disadvantaged Program
The Transportation Disadvantaged (TD) program is a curb-to-curb transportation service at a discounted rate. The service operates to connect passengers to medical centers, pharmacies, grocery stores and other similar destinations. Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan (TDSP) 2021-2026.
The Transportation Disadvantaged Program is for individuals who are physically or otherwise disabled, 60 years of age or older, or qualify as low income. To apply for the Transportation Disadvantaged service, print and complete the Transportation Disadvantaged Application or call 941.833-6233 and request one.
Transportation Disadvantaged (TD) Application
Contact the Transportation Disadvantaged Ombudsman at 1.800.983.2435.
Reasonable Modifications
Charlotte County Transit is committed to making reasonable modifications to its policies, practices and procedures to avoid discrimination and ensure services are accessible to individuals with disabilities. Please see Reasonable Modifications Policy (English) or Reasonable Modifications Policy (Spanish).
Request for Reasonable Modification may be submitted by email to Laura.Richards@vbj4.com or written request can be mailed to 545 Theresa Blvd. Port Charlotte, Florida, 33954; or by telephone at 941.575.4000. All Reasonable Modification requests should be addressed to Charlotte County Transit to the attention of Laura Richards.
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
Charlotte County Transit's overall goal for Fiscal Year 2023-2025 is 0.6%. For more information on how to become a DBE please contact 941.833.6241. Please see our DBE Program.
Coordinated Partners (Free Transportation)
- The Veterans Council: Volunteers provide transportation to Bay Pines and Cape Coral three times a week (M W F). For more information call 941.833.6245
- The Homeless Coalition: Volunteers provide additional transportation for Charlotte county's homeless. For more information call 941.627.4313
- The Center for Abuse and Rape Emergencies C.A.R.E: Volunteers provide transportation for C.A.R.E, call 941.639.5499
Other Eligible Discounts
Elderly Services: Contact the Aging and Disabled Resource Center at 1.866.413.5337
Resources
- Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged
- Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT)
- Federal Transit Administration (FTA)
- Charlotte County-Punta Gorda Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)
- Charlotte County Approved Performance Measures