October 7, 2008
Half-Fare Program - 50% Discount on Fares
Eligibility
The following persons are eligible for the PanTran Half-Fare Card upon successful completion of the PanTran application process:
- Senior citizens 62 and over;
- persons of any age who are holders of a Medicare Card; and
- persons who can demonstrate that a disability prevents them from effectively using existing PanTran services and facilities.
Holders of the PanTran Half-Fare Card will receive a 50% discount on cash fare transactions system wide on all PanTran regular fixed routes during all regular operating hours. The holder must present the PanTran Half-Fare Card (which will be a photo ID card) to the bus driver to receive the discount. [The discount will not apply to the fees charged for off-route services or any other special services or fees charged by PanTran.]
Application Must Be Completed in Person
An Application for the PanTran Half Fare card may be accessed and printed from the PanTran website. However, the application must be completed in person. The Eastern Panhandle Transit Authority (PanTran) office is located at 446 Novak Drive, Martinsburg, WV. Telephone 263-0876.
Specific information will be announced in the Events section found on the main page of this website. The information will also be distributed to the media.
Verification of Identity and Taking of Photo
- All applicants must present a photo I.D. to verify identity.
- All applicants must permit PanTran to take a photograph to be used on the PanTran Half-Fare card.
Other Verifications Required
Seniors 62 and over must also present age verification (if not on photo I.D. used to verify identity) and may choose to use a Medicare Card for that purpose. Other options for age verification include a Driver’s License or a certified copy of the birth certificate.