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1. Is there a bus in La Porte, Indiana?

TransPorte is the City of La Porte's public transportation system. It is a demand-response system serving the city of La Porte. Think of us as a fixed rate, shared ride, taxi service. Call for a ride -- we will pick you up at the curb, and take you to your destination anywhere in our service area for one low price.

2. How do I get a ride?

TransPorte offers curb-to-curb service in the city of La Porte, Indiana. Call 362-6565 to schedule a ride up to a week in advance, or to request an ASAP pickup.

3. How much does it cost?

TransPorte will take you from your origin to your destination for $3.25 (one-way). Seniors and those using wheelchairs can travel for $2.50 10-ride punch passes can be purchased in our office which will save you a quarter a ride. TransPorte does not take credit or debit cards.

4. Do I have to be a senior citizen or disabled to use TransPorte?

NO! Anyone can use the services offered by TransPorte. We are a City wide, public transit service offered to all citizens in the area.

5. Is TransPorte a medical provider?

TransPorte is a curb-to-curb service. All passengers must be capable of independent travel. If not, passengers are required to be accompanied by a Personal Assistant or other attendant capable of assisting the passenger, including safely operate a passenger’s mobility device, if necessary. The driver is not a medical attendant and must remain in line of sight of vehicle at all times. The driver cannot enter a building to pick up a passenger or deliver a passenger.

6. How do I get to Michigan City? or Purdue Northwest?

Commuter service is available weekdays from La Porte to Michigan City, and from La Porte to the Purdue Northwest Campus in Westville, with connecting service on to Michigan City. Once reaching the Marquette Mall in Michigan City, you can access Michigan City Transit, which also connects to NICTD, (South Shore Commuter Train) as well as Baron's Bus and Coach USA. Transit Triangle website

7. Is there any other option for transportation in the county?

The County Council on Aging provides services including transportation to seniors throughout La Porte County. Call 219-326-7889 Website

8. When does TransPorte run?

TransPorte offices are open 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, Saturdays 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and closed Sundays. TransPorte is open on some holidays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call the office at 362-6565 for a ride.

9. Does TransPorte run on holidays?

TransPorte does not run on the following holidays:
New Year’s Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day
TransPorte is open Holiday hours on these days:
Martin Luther King Day
Good Friday
Black Friday
Christmas Eve
New Years Eve

10. What if there is severe weather?

TransPorte runs in the City of La Porte, which has a tremendous record for snow removal. Still, there are times when a snow emergency will force the closing of roads. In the interests of safety, we are sometimes forced to close. Call the dispatcher at 362-6565 to find out.