In the cities of Hampton and Newport News, HRT provides lift equipped van service commonly known as Handi-Ride. The service area is the city limits of Hampton and Newport News. For specific information regarding service to your area, contact Mini-Bus. To become certified call 222-6005 for an eligibility application or download the application from this web site. Once certified, you can schedule a ride by calling 722-3333 during normal business hours.
Restrictions apply for additional passengers and carry-on items.
Passengers are expected to pay when boarding. Exact fare is required. Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk and Virginia Beach are all served by Handi-Ride. Service is provided during the same hours and along the same routes as the regularly scheduled HRT buses and trolleys. When bus service is available, Handi-Ride service is available.