Veterans Ride Free | Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority
Resource Name:Veterans Ride Free | Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority
address
620 Cherry Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority - Central Station
Eligibility
Open to Polk County Veterans with a valid ID indicating Veteran status
Required documents
One of the following identification cards must be used to receive rides for free: Veterans Affairs hospital card, Retired military service ID, Iowa license with veteran status, Veterans Identification Card or Polk County Veterans Affairs issued photo ID
Hours
Mon-Sat 6 am-10 pm, Sun 7 am-7 pm
Customer Service Hours Mon-Sat 7 am-5 pm
(515) 283-8136
Voice
·Alternate Number
(515) 283-8100
Voice
·Main Phone
Website
https://www.ridedart.comApplication process
Individuals must show a valid veterans ID when getting on the bus
Fees
None
Service area
Polk County, IA
Other Information
Special Programs
- Military Connected
Provides free rides for veterans on all DART Local Route Buses. Paratransit and DART RideShare programs are not eligible.
Last Assured
06/09/2026
What's Here
Providing organization
Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority
Regional and local public transportation.