Can children ride the bus?

Demand Response

Children ten (10) and under can ride the demand response service for free.  All children under the age of twelve (12) must be accompanied by an adult on demand response trips.

Fixed Route Services

Children riding the fixed route services, who are six (6) and younger, can ride the service for free.  All children riding fixed route services under fourteen (14) must be accompanied by an adult.


Children under four (4) years old must be in a child safety seat, while children 4-8 years old must be in a safety or booster seat unless they weigh more than 80 lbs. or are taller than 4 ft. 9 inches tall. The child must be secured with an appropriate child seat provided by the parent or guardian. The parent or guardian will properly fasten such devices using the vehicle seat belts.

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1. Do you offer services for citizens of Riley County that do not live in Manhattan?
2. How far in advance do I need to schedule a Demand Response ride?
3. How many vehicles are available for rides?
4. How much will I pay to ride the ATA Bus Fixed Route?
5. What hours does the ATA Bus operate?
6. What if I am mobility impaired and can not get to the bus stop?
7. What if I don't live near the fixed routes?
8. What is the fare for demand response trips?
9. What Regional Services does ATA bus provide?
10. Where does the funding for the ATA Bus come from?
11. Can children ride the bus?
12. Will you transport animals?