Finding reliable and accessible transport can be challenging, but there are several services available to help those who struggle with public transport or need additional support. Whether it’s for a medical appointment, shopping trip or social outing, these options ensure you can stay mobile and independent.
Arun Community Transport (ACT)
A volunteer-run service providing transport for individuals who have difficulty accessing public transport.
Services offered:
Medical appointments – doctors, hospitals, dentists
Social inclusion trips – clubs, shopping, hairdressers, visiting friends & family
Area covered:
Angmering to Bognor Regis.
How to use:
Register as a client (£5 annual fee). You can do that online here.
Booking Line: 01903 792110 (Mon–Fri, 9:00 am–12:40 pm)
Dial-a-Ride
A door-to-door transport service for people who find public transport difficult due to a disability.
Area covered:
The Worthing depot covers journeys between Portslade to Littlehampton. However there are other depots in Mid-Sussex, Crawley, Chichester and Horsham.
Features:
Specially adapted vehicles with lift platforms for wheelchair users
Carers can accompany passengers
Journeys available beyond Adur and Worthing on request
How to use:
You can register on their website here (at the foot of the page).
Contact them on 01903 530053 or email enquiries@darss.org.uk
Booking hours: Mon–Fri, 9:30am–3:30pm (24-hour notice required)
Royal Voluntary Service (RVS) – Community Transport
Volunteer drivers help older adults who are less mobile get to where they need to go, including medical appointments, shopping and social events.
How to use:
Call them on 01903 851558, email adur.cct@royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk or fill in this online form.
Booking hours: Mon–Fri, 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Local Taxi & Ride-Sharing Services
For flexible, on-demand transport local taxis and Uber provide additional options.
Arrow Taxis
Book online here, call 01903 212121 or email enquiries@arrowtaxigroup.co.uk
Uber & Ride-Sharing
Book via the Uber app. You can download the iOS app here and the Android app here.
Uber Assist & WAV (Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles) may be available.
