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Public Country
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Meet and learn from travelers with disabilities and welcoming locals, offering tips on accessible hotels, wheelchair-friendly attractions, and transportation in the United States. From the Statue of Liberty in New York City and the Grand Canyon in Arizona to the monuments of Washington, D.C., the beaches of Florida, and the national parks of California, whether it’s your first visit or a return trip, this is the place to ask about accommodations, getting around, or inclusive activities – someone here has likely experienced it before. You’ll find first-hand reviews, travel tips, and recommendations for cultural, historical, and nature experiences. This group welcomes mobility aid users, plus travelers with autism, low vision, and hearing impairments, helping you enjoy a more accessible United States adventure.
Reply To: Using Paratransit Between States or Regions
Hello,
From my understanding, the service area of paratransit is described as:
transit systems that run fixed routes must also provide ADA complementary paratransit service within ¾ mile on either side of the fixed route; this is considered to be the maximum distance a rider would travel to reach a bus or train stop.
basically what local public transit is +¾ mile.
So, while you have permission to use a neighboring state’s paratransit, you would need to find your own way to that region / state via long distance bus or plane. There is a post here about traveling on the greyhound bus in a wheelchair. So, you could take paratransit to the bus stop (or airport), take that to the region / state you want to visit, and take paratransit in that city to your hotel etc.