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Fares

Safe, dependable transportation serving Fulton, Hickman, Graves, Carlisle, and Marshall Counties since 1985.

Arlington
Fulton

Most Common Fares

$3 One-Way | $5 Round Trip

Applies to travel within the same city:

Bardwell
Hickman
Clinton
Mayfield
Columbus
Wingo

Quick Fare Guide

Trip Scope

One-Way

Round Trip

Within the same city

$3.00

$5.00

Outside city, same county

$10.00

$18.00

Between listed cities/counties

$15.00

$20.00

Miscellaneous rides: Call us at (270) 472-0662, extension 1, for prices on rides not listed.

Demand Response

Monday–Friday | 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Flexible, door-to-door transportation tailored to your specific needs. Schedule trips for medical appointments, shopping, or errands. We plan according to your day, not a fixed schedule.

Round Tokens

Request a round trip when booking to receive a color-coded token matching your fare ($5, $18, or $20). Show this token for your return ride. Tokens are valid same-day only and must be presented to board for the return trip.

Payment Methods

We accept cash and most major credit cards on all vehicles. Please note that a 3% surcharge applies to all credit card transactions to help maintain our service accessibility.

Medical & Private

Private pay trips are $1.75 per mile. Escorts for medical appointments ride for $15 per trip. For specialized long-distance transport outside Region 1, a flat rate of $400 applies.

Veterans Care

Veterans benefit from a specialized rate of $0.41 per mile for medical trips outside Region 1. Additionally, one escort may travel for free for veterans' medical appointments.

Charter Services

Charter trips are $75 per hour (2-hour minimum), plus fueling fees. Non-profit organizations receive a 50% discount on charter rates. Ideal for group events and organizational transit needs.

Seniors (55+)

Every Tuesday

Save 50% on your fare every Tuesday.

Save On Your Ride

Veterans & Military

Every Friday

Veterans and active-duty military members receive 50% off their fares every Friday

Ride to Work Passes

Reliable transportation for employees traveling to work throughout Western Kentucky. Our pass system is designed for high accessibility and ease of use. Passes are sold and renewed on the 10th of each month. This pass provides transportation to work and a return ride home after the employee’s shift is completed.

Fulton County

$100 Monthly

Travel to Other Counties

$150 Monthly

Hickman County

$100 Monthly

Graves County

$100 Monthly

College Monthly Bus Pass

$200 Monthly

Carlisle County

$100 Monthly

Marshall County

$100 Monthly

Medicaid / GRITS Transportation

Transportation Assistance Programs

FCTA works with the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services to provide non-emergency medical transportation for Medicaid recipients through the GRITS program. If you have a current Medicaid card, you may be eligible for transportation to and from your medical appointments at no cost to you.

To Schedule: 1-844-575-9676

Call the GRITS center at least 72 hours (3 business days) before your scheduled appointment. Have your Medicaid ID, doctor's name, address, and appointment time ready when you call.

Disclaimer: Eligibility is determined by the Cabinet for Health and Family Services. JPTA is a service provider but does not manage the enrollment or eligibility process for Medicaid benefits.

Child Fares

  • Children 0–3 – Free
  • Children 4–5 – Half Price
  • Children 6+ – Full Fare

Children must ride with an adult.

Amtrak Connections

Amtrak Transportation Available

Fulton Amtrak Station

$20 One-Way

Memphis Amtrak Station

$100 Round Trip

Carbondale Amtrak Station

$75 Round Trip

Connections must be scheduled in advance with dispatch. Amtrak station prices cover FCTA transportation only.

How to Schedule Your Ride

1

Call (270) 472-0662 at least 24 hours in advance.

2

Provide your name, pickup address, and destination.

3

State your desired pickup time and any special needs (e.g., wheelchair lift).

4

Confirm your return trip details at the time of booking.

Ready to Ride?

Proudly serving Fulton, Hickman, Graves, Carlisle, and Marshall Counties since 1985.

Main Dispatch: (270) 472-0662

Toll Free: (866) 472-0662

302 Eastwood Drive, Fulton, KY 42041

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