Transportation in Idaho

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About Transportation for Fathers

Transportation assistance helps fathers get to work, court, medical appointments, and childcare. Public transit passes are often available free or discounted through TANF, Medicaid non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT), and social service agencies. Many job training programs cover bus passes. The Ways to Work program and some community action agencies provide low-interest car loans to working parents. State DMVs typically require proof of insurance and current registration; low-cost insurance programs exist for low-income drivers in several states (California's Low Cost Auto Insurance is one example). For rural fathers without reliable transit, dial-a-ride and volunteer driver programs are coordinated through Area Agencies on Aging and community action agencies. Medicaid NEMT covers rides to covered medical visits at no cost. This directory includes transit authorities, Medicaid NEMT providers, and car-ownership assistance programs.

Transportation in Idaho

Idaho magistrate divisions handle custody matters within the district courts. The Child Support Services division within the Department of Health and Welfare runs enforcement. Boise, Meridian, Nampa, and Idaho Falls are the largest cities. Idaho Legal Aid Services provides free family law help for eligible fathers statewide.

10 Resources

1. Citylink – Moscow/Pullman — Paid

Public transit service connecting Moscow, Idaho with Pullman, Washington, plus routes on the University of Idaho campus. Fathers can use Citylink for work commutes, student transport, and family trips between the two communities. Call the Moscow office for current route maps, schedules, and fare information; discounted and free rides may apply for certain groups. Buses run Monday through Saturday during posted hours.

208-883-7747 · Moscow, ID 83843 · Mon-Sat 6am-7pm

2. TART – Pocatello Transit — Paid

Public bus service for the Pocatello area, operated through the City of Pocatello. Fathers can use TART routes to commute to work, school, shopping, and appointments across the city. Call the transit office or visit the city's site for current route maps, schedules, and fares; discounted fares may apply for seniors, students, and riders with disabilities. Buses run on weekday schedules, with limited or no weekend service on some routes.

208-234-0420 · Pocatello, ID 83201 · Mon-Fri 6am-6pm · Visit Website

3. Mountain Rides – Sun Valley/Ketchum — Free

Public transit for the Sun Valley and Wood River Valley area, with fare-free buses connecting Ketchum, Sun Valley, Hailey, and Bellevue. Fathers working or living in Blaine County can use Mountain Rides for commutes, ski-season trips, and family errands. Call the Ketchum office or visit the site for current routes, schedules, and commuter programs. Most local routes are free to riders, with donations encouraged to support service.

208-788-7433 · Ketchum, ID 83340 · Service daily · Visit Website

4. COAST Transit – Coeur d'Alene — Paid

Public transit for the north Idaho area, serving Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, and the surrounding Kootenai County communities. Fathers can use COAST for commutes to work, school, appointments, and shopping. Call the toll-free line for current routes, schedules, and fares; discounted and reduced-fare options may apply for qualifying riders. Check the schedule for limited weekend service on some routes.

877-941-7433 · Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 · Mon-Fri 6am-6pm

5. Idaho Falls Transit (TRPTA) — Paid

Public transit for the Idaho Falls area operated by the Targhee Regional Public Transportation Authority, serving Idaho Falls and surrounding Bonneville County. Fathers can ride TRPTA for commutes, errands, and medical appointments. Call the office or visit the city of Idaho Falls' site for route maps, schedules, and fare details; discounted fares may apply for seniors, students, and riders with disabilities.

208-522-2241 · Idaho Falls, ID 83402 · Mon-Fri 6:30am-6pm · Visit Website

6. SMART Transit – Twin Falls — Paid

Public transit serving the Twin Falls area, providing fixed-route and on-demand service for residents. Fathers can ride SMART for work commutes, shopping, and appointments across the city. Call the office or visit the Twin Falls site for current routes, schedules, and fare details; discounted fares may apply for seniors, students, and riders with disabilities. Service hours may be limited outside weekdays.

208-736-2133 · Twin Falls, ID 83301 · Mon-Fri 7am-6pm · Visit Website

7. Treasure Valley Transit – Ada/Canyon — Paid

Regional paratransit and specialized transportation service for seniors and people with disabilities in Ada and Canyon Counties, coordinated with Valley Regional Transit. Fathers caring for aging parents or family members with disabilities can call the Boise office to apply for eligibility, schedule rides, and learn about fares. Most trips require advance reservation; discounted fares apply for qualifying riders.

208-345-7433 · Boise, ID 83702 · Mon-Sat 6am-7pm · Visit Website

8. Caldwell On-Demand Transit — Paid

Demand-response public transit service for Caldwell residents, operated by the City of Caldwell. Fathers can use the on-demand service for work, school, appointments, and errands within the service area. Call the transit line or visit the city's site to reserve rides, check fares, and confirm boundaries; rides are typically scheduled in advance, and discounted fares may apply for qualifying riders.

208-455-3020 · Caldwell, ID 83605 · Mon-Fri 7am-6pm · Visit Website

9. Appaloosa Express – Moscow — Paid

Public transit service for Moscow and Latah County, providing fixed-route and demand-response service for area residents. Fathers can use the Appaloosa Express for commutes, school runs, and appointments around the community. Call the Moscow office for current routes, schedules, and fares; discounted fares may apply for seniors, students, and riders with disabilities. Saturday service is typically more limited than weekday runs.

208-883-7747 · Moscow, ID 83843 · Mon-Sat 6am-7pm

10. Idaho Transportation Department – Rideshare — Free

State rideshare matching program from the Idaho Transportation Department, helping commuters across Idaho find carpool and vanpool partners on similar routes. Fathers with long commutes can register online to be matched with nearby coworkers and neighbors, reducing fuel costs and miles on their vehicle. Call the main ITD line for help with registration and employer programs; the matching service is free to Idaho commuters.

208-334-8000 · 24/7 online · Visit Website

Transportation — Common Questions

Can I get help affording a car?
Some community action agencies and programs like Ways to Work, Wheels to Work, or Good News Garage offer low-interest loans or donated vehicles to working parents. Eligibility typically requires employment or training and income under a threshold. Waitlists can be long.
What is Medicaid NEMT?
Non-Emergency Medical Transportation — Medicaid must cover rides to and from covered medical appointments at no cost. Call the transportation number on the back of your Medicaid card to schedule. Rides must be arranged in advance (usually 2–3 business days).
Are there reduced-fare transit options?
Most transit agencies offer reduced fares for seniors, disabled riders, and Medicaid enrollees. TANF and some workforce programs include transit passes. Some employers subsidize transit through pre-tax benefits. Contact your local transit authority for eligibility.
What if I live in a rural area with no bus?
Dial-a-ride services, volunteer driver programs through Area Agencies on Aging, rural transit partnerships, and Medicaid NEMT serve rural residents. Community action agencies coordinate much of this. Call 211 for a local referral.