It’s never been easier to get where you want to go on the Bee-Line. Our clean and comfortable buses are more convenient than ever, with accessible safety features for seniors including “kneeling” steps, wheelchair ramps and designated seating. Travel to thousands of destinations throughout Westchester, all while paying a reduced fare for Seniors!
With over 3,300 bus stops and close to 60 routes, the Bee-Line bus offers passengers the freedom and independence to explore and enjoy many destinations in and around Westchester County. Yet, many older adults are not familiar with how to ride the Bee-Line and overlook the bus as a viable transportation option.
So, here are some helpful facts you should know about the Bee-Line System:
FULLY ACCESSIBLE SERVICE:
Why take a bigger step than you need to? The Bee-Line System offers fully accessible bus service, making it easier for you to board and exit the bus. Every Bee-Line bus can “kneel,” which means that the entrance can be lowered to shorten the distance you have to step to board the bus. Each bus is also equipped with a wheelchair lift or ramp. The driver will be happy to kneel the bus for you and make it much easier to step on board. If you cannot use stairs, the Bee-Line bus driver can easily deploy a ramp or lift to help you on board. You must ask the driver to use the lift or ramp. If you’re standing, using a wheelchair or in a scooter, the driver will tell you how to use the lift, based on your needs. For your safety, always remember to hold the handrails.
PAYING YOUR FARE:
If you are at least 65 years old, you pay a reduced fare of $1.50 per ride. For easier travel, apply for a personalized Reduced Fare OMNY Card. To apply for a Reduced Fare OMNY Card, visit the OMNY Mobile Sales van when it’s in Westchester. All you need to do is fill out an application and show a photo ID with your date of birth. Call the Westchester SMART Commute Program at 914-995-4444 for additional information or to confirm fares and the Mobile Sales van schedule.
Using your Reduced Fare OMNY Card:
There are two ways you can use your Reduced Fare OMNY Card:
Add money to your Reduced Fare OMNY Card and use it as a debit card.
Link your OMNY Reduced Fare Card to a personal contactless payment method (such as credit/debit card, mobile wallet on a smartphone or wearable device) and tap that payment method to pay the fare.
Please have your preferred Reduced Fare OMNY payment out and ready to tap on the OMNY Reader before you board the bus.
USING COINS TO PAY YOUR FARE:
Dollar bills and pennies cannot be used in the fare box. If using coins, please have exact change ready when boarding the bus, as bus drivers are unable to make change.
FREE TRANSFERS:
Your bus fare includes one free transfer to other Bee-Line buses and to MTA subways and local buses in the Bronx. If paying with coins, ask the driver for your transfer ticket as you board. Paper transfers can only be used for bus to bus transfers. If you are using an OMNY card, your transfer will register electronically when you tap your OMNY card on the OMNY card reader when boarding the bus.
GETTING INFORMATION:
For individuals who enjoy using a computer, you can visit the Bee-Line online at www.westchestercountyny.gov/beelinebus to accesses bus schedules, maps and general bus information. To get real-time Bee-Line information, visit Google Maps online. If a phone call is more your style, a dedicated, live Information agent is a phone call away, at 914-813-7777, weekdays from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. and weekends and holidays from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m.
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18 Mar 2026
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It’s never been easier to get where you want to go on the Bee-Line. Our clean and comfortable buses are more convenient than ever, with accessible safety features for seniors including “kneeling” steps, wheelchair ramps and designated seating. Travel to thousands of destinations throughout Westchester, all while paying a reduced fare for Seniors!
With over 3,300 bus stops and close to 60 routes, the Bee-Line bus offers passengers the freedom and independence to explore and enjoy many destinations in and around Westchester County. Yet, many older adults are not familiar with how to ride the Bee-Line and overlook the bus as a viable transportation option.
So, here are some helpful facts you should know about the Bee-Line System:
FULLY ACCESSIBLE SERVICE:
Why take a bigger step than you need to? The Bee-Line System offers fully accessible bus service, making it easier for you to board and exit the bus. Every Bee-Line bus can “kneel,” which means that the entrance can be lowered to shorten the distance you have to step to board the bus. Each bus is also equipped with a wheelchair lift or ramp. The driver will be happy to kneel the bus for you and make it much easier to step on board. If you cannot use stairs, the Bee-Line bus driver can easily deploy a ramp or lift to help you on board. You must ask the driver to use the lift or ramp. If you’re standing, using a wheelchair or in a scooter, the driver will tell you how to use the lift, based on your needs. For your safety, always remember to hold the handrails.
PAYING YOUR FARE:
If you are at least 65 years old, you pay a reduced fare of $1.50 per ride. For easier travel, apply for a personalized Reduced Fare OMNY Card. To apply for a Reduced Fare OMNY Card, visit the OMNY Mobile Sales van when it’s in Westchester. All you need to do is fill out an application and show a photo ID with your date of birth. Call the Westchester SMART Commute Program at 914-995-4444 for additional information or to confirm fares and the Mobile Sales van schedule.
Using your Reduced Fare OMNY Card:
There are two ways you can use your Reduced Fare OMNY Card:
Please have your preferred Reduced Fare OMNY payment out and ready to tap on the OMNY Reader before you board the bus.
USING COINS TO PAY YOUR FARE:
Dollar bills and pennies cannot be used in the fare box. If using coins, please have exact change ready when boarding the bus, as bus drivers are unable to make change.
FREE TRANSFERS:
Your bus fare includes one free transfer to other Bee-Line buses and to MTA subways and local buses in the Bronx. If paying with coins, ask the driver for your transfer ticket as you board. Paper transfers can only be used for bus to bus transfers. If you are using an OMNY card, your transfer will register electronically when you tap your OMNY card on the OMNY card reader when boarding the bus.
GETTING INFORMATION:
For individuals who enjoy using a computer, you can visit the Bee-Line online at www.westchestercountyny.gov/beelinebus to accesses bus schedules, maps and general bus information. To get real-time Bee-Line information, visit Google Maps online. If a phone call is more your style, a dedicated, live Information agent is a phone call away, at 914-813-7777, weekdays from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. and weekends and holidays from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m.