
If you’re looking for an easy way to get around in eastern Lenexa, RideKC can help. Beginning Feb. 1, 2019, RideKC will offer an on-demand service to connect you to work, school, shopping and more through their six-month microtransit pilot program.
The microtransit program will allow you to use an app on your phone to request a ride anywhere in the service boundaries – Shawnee Mission Parkway to the North, Metcalf Avenue to the east, 119th Street to the south and Renner Boulevard to the west – Monday through Friday 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. This includes Johnson County Community College. Each ride costs $1.50.
To book a ride, either use the Microtransit app or call 816.512.5510. Be sure to allow ample time to arrive at your destination, as this is a ridesharing program, so there may be others in your vehicle also using the service.
Using the microtransit app is simple:
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Go to your app store and search “microtransit” to download the app.
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Create a free account with the app (Your information will not be shared, but you will need to include your mobile phone number if you would like to receive text message notifications).
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Confirm your pick-up location and select your drop-off location. These must be within the service's region paramaters shown on the map. Change your pick-up time by tapping “ ASAP” and selecting a new time and date to schedule your ride ahead of time.
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Select the number of passengers with you, and if you need a wheelchair-accessible vehicle. Tap "Request Ride" when ready.
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Enjoy your trip!
For more information or to download a coupon for four free rides at www.ridekc.org/microtransit.
Published Jan. 28, 2019