Overview

Martin County Public Transit, MARTY, provides fixed route and commuter bus services Monday through Friday. Connections can be made to both Palm Tran and Area Regional Transit (ART). All MARTY buses are equipped with wheelchair lifts and bike racks.

Routes

Explore real-time bus routes using our interactive route map powered by MyRide. For schedule or route planning assistance, contact customer service Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at (772) 463-2860.

Operating Hours

Fixed Route: 

Monday–Friday, 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Commuter Route: 

Monday–Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

ADA Paratransit Service: 

Monday–Friday, 6 a.m. to 8 p.m

Non-Service Holidays

MARTY buses do not operate on the following holidays:

  • New Year's Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Day

Holiday Scheduling Note:

  • If a holiday falls on a Saturday, there will be no service on the Friday before the holiday.
  • If a holiday falls on a Sunday, there will be no service on the Monday following the holiday.

Route Descriptions

Fixed Route service operates along a prescribed route according to a fixed schedule. Marty’s fixed route services typically run between 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Fixed Route buses are equipped with ramps to assist with boarding and exiting for individuals using mobility devices. Riders must remain seated while the bus is in motion. If you are riding in a wheelchair or using a mobility aid, your equipment must be secured to the floor of the vehicle by four securement straps. Drivers are trained to secure your mobility aids to the floor and can assist with securing your seat belt and verify that you are secure.

Mobility aids on fixed route: Marty can accommodate walkers, canes and “common wheelchairs” whether operated manually or powered. MARTY may not be able to accommodate you if your wheelchair/mobility device is longer than 48 inches or wider than 30 inches or if your total weight when occupying your wheelchair is more than 600 pounds. Per the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is not intended to be a comprehensive system of transportation for individuals with disabilities.

Commuter Route services are limited-stop buses that operate along a prescribed route to Palm Beach County.

ADA Paratransit service, MARTY Access, is a shared-ride, door-to-door transportation service available to ADA-eligible individuals whose origin and destination fall within ¾ of a mile of a scheduled fixed route service. This service operates the same hours as Fixed Route service: between 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Paratransit & Veterans

View information about Martin County Public Transit's paratransit service, MARTY Access, and the Veterans Transportation Program. 

Martin County Public Transit offers MARTY Access, a paratransit service for individuals with physical, cognitive, visual, or other disabilities that prevent them from using fixed-route buses. This service is provided in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990.

How it Works

All applicants seeking eligibility for the ADA paratransit service must go through an eligibility determination process. The ADA paratransit eligibility application process includes, but not limited to:

  • A medical verification form completed by a licensed physician describing the conditions which prevent the applicant from using the fixed route and how these conditions prevent the applicant from using the fixed route.
  • A review of the applicant’s own assessment of their ability to use Martin County Public Transit fixed-route buses, and;
  • A functional assessment performed by an Eligibility Contractor.

Applicants must reside in the urbanized ADA service area, within three quarters of a mile of MARTY's fixed route service area, provide proof of Martin County residency and a valid photo ID.

How to Apply

Step 1: Complete the Application

Download and complete the MARTY Access Services Application (PDF). 

  • A licensed physician must fill out and sign the medical verification section.
  • Incomplete forms will not be returned. 

Step 2: Submit the Application

You can submit the completed application by fax to (772) 288-5789, or mail it to:

MARTY Customer Service Center
2401 SE Monterey Road
Transit – 2nd Floor
Stuart, Florida 34996

If you cannot fax or mail the application, you may also drop it off at the address above.

Application Review

Once the application has been submitted, it will be reviewed for legibility and completeness by MARTY Public Transit staff.

Functional Assessment

If the application meets the necessary requirements, it will be sent to an external eligibility contractor. They will contact you to schedule an in-home assessment. 

The eligibility contractor will send a letter to the applicant and MARTY to inform you of acceptance or denial with an explanation of the determination, as well as information about the appeals process in the event of denial.

The On-Demand Veterans Transportation Program (ODVTP) provides free Uber rides to Veterans residing in Martin County.

How it Works

Step 1: Complete the Application

Step 2: Submit the Application

  • Call the Mobility Coordinator at (772) 288-5460
  • Schedule an appointment to drop off your application at:

Martin County Administration Center
2401 SE Monterey Road
Stuart, FL 34996

Step 3: Schedule Your Ride

Once approved, you can reserve free Uber rides by:

  • Calling MARTY Customer Service at (772) 463-2822
  • Office hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Rides can be scheduled for any day or time, but must be booked during County office hours.

Contact Us

For Public Transit Service inquiries or more information about Martin County bus stops, or for assistance with route planning, please call Customer Service Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at (772) 463-2860.