How many transportation resources are in Mississippi?

Women's Corner tracks 14 transportation resources for women in Mississippi.

Are transportation resources in Mississippi free?

10 of the 14 listed transportation resources in Mississippi are explicitly free or low-cost.

Which cities in Mississippi have transportation resources?

Listings span cities including Jackson, Gulfport, Hattiesburg, Greenwood.

What are some examples of transportation resources in Mississippi?

Featured entries include JATRAN — Jackson Transit, Coast Transit Authority — Gulf Coast, Hub City Transit — Hattiesburg, Mississippi 211 — Transportation Resources, Delta Rides — Mississippi Delta Transit.

Do these listings include phone numbers?

5 of 14 Mississippi transportation listings include phone numbers.

How do I get a free bus pass?

Most transit agencies have reduced or free passes for low-income riders, seniors, students, and people with disabilities — apply through the transit agency directly. TANF and SNAP recipients often qualify for free passes through state Human Services. Domestic violence shelters, job training programs, and recovery programs typically provide transit passes for participants.

Are there free rides to medical appointments?

Yes. Medicaid in every state covers Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) — call your Medicaid managed care plan or state Medicaid office to schedule rides to doctor visits, dialysis, therapy, and pharmacy. American Cancer Society's Road to Recovery and Angel Flight provide free transportation for cancer and serious illness. 211 can find local volunteer driver programs.

Can I get help buying or fixing a car?

Yes — Ways to Work, Modest Needs, Vehicles for Change, and 1-800-Charity-Cars provide low-interest loans or donated vehicles to low-income working parents. Many state TANF programs have car repair funds for parents who need transportation for work. Local United Way 211 has the most current list — funds rotate.

What if I have no transportation to my job?

Tell your American Job Center caseworker — WIOA can fund transportation as a 'supportive service' including bus passes, gas cards, and car repair. SNAP E&T and TANF work programs also pay for transportation. Many employers in low-wage industries (logistics, healthcare) now offer transit stipends or shuttle service from designated pickup points.

Best Transportation in Mississippi — 14 resources

About Transportation for Women

Transportation assistance helps women get to work, court, prenatal appointments, childcare, and DV shelters. Public transit passes are often free or discounted through TANF, Medicaid non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT, which covers rides to all covered medical visits at no cost), and WIC. Many workforce and job training programs include bus passes, and the Ways to Work program funds low-interest car loans for working parents. Domestic violence shelters often coordinate confidential relocation transportation through VAWA-funded programs. In rural areas, dial-a-ride and volunteer driver programs operate through Area Agencies on Aging and community action agencies. This directory includes transit authorities, Medicaid NEMT providers, and car-ownership assistance.

Transportation in Mississippi

Mississippi chancery courts handle divorce and custody in all 82 counties, with county courts handling some child support matters. The Division of Child Support Enforcement operates under MDHS. Jackson, Gulfport, Southaven, and Hattiesburg are the largest cities. Mississippi Center for Justice, North Mississippi Rural Legal Services, and the Mississippi Coalition Against Domestic Violence support women.

14 Resources

1. JATRAN — Jackson Transit

Public bus system serving the Jackson metro area for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities. The Jackson office at 1785 Highway 80 W is the main intake point for Jackson and surrounding Hinds County mothers. Reach the office at 601-948-3840; early-morning calls land you faster than mid-afternoon ones. Open mon-sat routes; expect sliding-scale, Medicaid, or self-pay billing.

601-948-3840 · 1785 Highway 80 W, Jackson, MS 39204 · Mon-Sat routes · Visit Website

2. Coast Transit Authority — Gulf Coast

Public transit for the Gulfport/Biloxi/Pascagoula area for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities. The Gulfport office at 333 DeBuys Rd is the main intake point for Gulfport and surrounding Harrison County and the Gulf Coast mothers. 228-896-8080 is the best starting point—leave a clear message with your county and a callback number if you reach voicemail. Open mon-sat 6am-7pm; expect sliding-scale, Medicaid, or self-pay billing.

228-896-8080 · 333 DeBuys Rd, Gulfport, MS 39507 · Mon-Sat 6am-7pm · Visit Website

3. Hub City Transit — Hattiesburg

Public bus service for the Hattiesburg area for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities. Mississippi has only a handful of fixed-route transit systems—JATRAN, Coast Transit, and Hub City—plus scattered rural transit. Reach the office at 601-545-4668; early-morning calls land you faster than mid-afternoon ones. Open mon-fri 6am-6pm; expect sliding-scale, Medicaid, or self-pay billing.

601-545-4668 · Hattiesburg, MS 39401 · Mon-Fri 6am-6pm · Visit Website

4. Mississippi 211 — Transportation Resources — Free

Dial 211 for transportation assistance referrals statewide for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities. Dialing 211 routes you to a Mississippi 211 specialist who can locate the nearest pantry, shelter, or program for your county—operators are trained to triage MDHS, Medicaid, and TANF questions on the same call. Mississippi Medicaid covers non-emergency medical transportation for most enrolled mothers. Available 24/7 at no cost.

211 · Statewide Service · 24/7

5. Delta Rides — Mississippi Delta Transit

Rural transit serving Mississippi Delta communities for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities. Mississippi has only a handful of fixed-route transit systems—JATRAN, Coast Transit, and Hub City—plus scattered rural transit. Reach the office at 662-453-2375; early-morning calls land you faster than mid-afternoon ones. Open mon-fri 6am-6pm; expect sliding-scale, Medicaid, or self-pay billing.

662-453-2375 · Greenwood, MS · Mon-Fri 6am-6pm

6. Amtrak — Free

National passenger rail service with discounts for seniors, veterans, and children. A useful resource to read before contacting a Mississippi agency, so you arrive with a sharper question and clearer expectations. Outside the Jackson and Gulf Coast metros, getting to appointments often means a county-run rural transit van or a 211 referral. Free to use and available any time of day.

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7. Greyhound — Free

Long-distance intercity bus service across the United States for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities. The website is the main entry point and covers Mississippi alongside every other state—no Mississippi-specific signup is required to read the guidance or use the directory. Visit www.greyhound.com for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

8. FlixBus / Megabus — Free

Discount intercity bus services with low fares and free WiFi on most routes for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities. The website is the main entry point and covers Mississippi alongside every other state—no Mississippi-specific signup is required to read the guidance or use the directory. Visit www.megabus.com for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

9. US Department of Transportation — Free

Federal transportation hub with public transit, rail, and accessibility resources for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities. A useful resource to read before contacting a Mississippi agency, so you arrive with a sharper question and clearer expectations. Visit www.transportation.gov for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

10. 211 — Transportation Help — Free

Dial 211 for referrals to local transportation assistance, medical rides, and bus pass programs for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities. Although the organization is national, the resources translate cleanly to Mississippi cases and reference Mississippi-specific agencies where relevant. Visit www.211.org for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

11. Veterans Transportation Service — Free

Free VA transportation to medical appointments for eligible veterans. Contact local VA medical center. A useful resource to read before contacting a Mississippi agency, so you arrive with a sharper question and clearer expectations. Visit www.va.gov/health-care/get-reimbursed-for-travel-pay for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

12. Modivcare (Medicaid Transportation) — Free

Non-emergency medical transportation for Medicaid recipients in many states for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities. Although the organization is national, the resources translate cleanly to Mississippi cases and reference Mississippi-specific agencies where relevant. Visit www.modivcare.com for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

13. AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety — Free

Senior driving resources, safety programs, and CarFit assessments. The website is the main entry point and covers Mississippi alongside every other state—no Mississippi-specific signup is required to read the guidance or use the directory. Visit aaafoundation.org for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

14. National Aging and Disability Transportation Center — Free

NADTC — federal resource on transportation options for older adults and people with disabilities for low-income women, seniors, and people with disabilities. The website is the main entry point and covers Mississippi alongside every other state—no Mississippi-specific signup is required to read the guidance or use the directory. Visit www.nadtc.org for guides, forms, or to start an application without needing an account. Free to use and available any time of day.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

Frequently Asked

How many transportation resources are in Mississippi?: Women's Corner tracks 14 transportation resources for women in Mississippi.
Are transportation resources in Mississippi free?: 10 of the 14 listed transportation resources in Mississippi are explicitly free or low-cost.
Which cities in Mississippi have transportation resources?: Listings span cities including Jackson, Gulfport, Hattiesburg, Greenwood.
What are some examples of transportation resources in Mississippi?: Featured entries include JATRAN — Jackson Transit, Coast Transit Authority — Gulf Coast, Hub City Transit — Hattiesburg, Mississippi 211 — Transportation Resources, Delta Rides — Mississippi Delta Transit.
Do these listings include phone numbers?: 5 of 14 Mississippi transportation listings include phone numbers.
How do I get a free bus pass?: Most transit agencies have reduced or free passes for low-income riders, seniors, students, and people with disabilities — apply through the transit agency directly. TANF and SNAP recipients often qualify for free passes through state Human Services. Domestic violence shelters, job training programs, and recovery programs typically provide transit passes for participants.
Are there free rides to medical appointments?: Yes. Medicaid in every state covers Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) — call your Medicaid managed care plan or state Medicaid office to schedule rides to doctor visits, dialysis, therapy, and pharmacy. American Cancer Society's Road to Recovery and Angel Flight provide free transportation for cancer and serious illness. 211 can find local volunteer driver programs.
Can I get help buying or fixing a car?: Yes — Ways to Work, Modest Needs, Vehicles for Change, and 1-800-Charity-Cars provide low-interest loans or donated vehicles to low-income working parents. Many state TANF programs have car repair funds for parents who need transportation for work. Local United Way 211 has the most current list — funds rotate.
What if I have no transportation to my job?: Tell your American Job Center caseworker — WIOA can fund transportation as a 'supportive service' including bus passes, gas cards, and car repair. SNAP E&T and TANF work programs also pay for transportation. Many employers in low-wage industries (logistics, healthcare) now offer transit stipends or shuttle service from designated pickup points.