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Demand Response

Branch Area Transit Authority (BATA) Demand Response

Branch Area Transit Authority (BATA)
Hours of Operation
  • Monday – Thursday: 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  • Friday: 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
  • Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Sunday 9:00 a.m. – noon

Saturday and Sundays have limited service. Call to reserve rides.

Method/Rules for Scheduling a Ride

Call 517-278-5889 at least one hour in advance for curb-to-curb rides.  24-48 hours advance notice is preferred.

More Important Details

Operating Area

All of Branch County outside of Circle Route service area (see BATA Circle Route service for information about the Circle Route transportation in City of Coldwater)

Fares

Standard Fare
  • Within Coldwater City Limits: $1.30
  • Outside Coldwater up to 5 miles: $1.60
  • Outside Coldwater over 5 miles: $2.50

Reduced Fare
  • Within Coldwater City Limits: $0.65
  • Outside Coldwater up to 5 miles: $0.80
  • Outside Coldwater over 5 miles: $1.25

Available for:

  • Seniors
  • Persons with Disabilities

Accessibility & Eligibility

Paratransit/Reduced Fare Eligibility

There is no complementary paratransit because this service is demand response, not fixed route. Demand response services are curb-to curb and vehicles are lift/ramp equipped. Service is accessible for riders with disabilities as well as open to the general public. For reduced fare eligibility, see link for the “Senior Free Ride Application” below. This application can be used for individuals with disabilities as well as for seniors.


Transit Service Accessibility

Demand response service is curb-to-curb. Lift/ramp equipped vehicles are available and service is accessible to riders with disabilities as well as being open to the general public.


Provider Information

Branch Area Transit Authority (BATA)

Major Public Transit Agency

County: Branch County

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Phone 517-278-5889
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