Transportation (CARTS)

Craven Area Rural Transit System (CARTS) serving Craven, Jones and Pamlico counties. 

About CARTS

CARTS operates over 30 vehicles, ready to serve you in Craven, Jones and Pamlico counties. Vehicles have been specifically rigged to meet Federal Transit Administration, Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan, and Americans with Disabilities Act requirements. CARTS is open to the public through its fixed route system or rides can be scheduled in advance by calling CARTS.

Mission

The mission statement of CARTS is to provide safe public transportation as an alternate option for reaching destinations served by CARTS.

General Information

For trips in Craven, Jones, or Pamlico counties, 48-hour advance notice is required for subscription and demand response trips. This service is offered Monday through Friday, 5AM to 5PM, with 48-hour advance. Omnibus (Fixed Route) is available Monday through Friday with scheduled pickup and drop off at designated time points and locations in New Bern from 6:40AM - 6PM. 

Ride Guides

Ride Guide - English
Ride Guide - Spanish

Van Rules

Please make sure to read and follow our passenger rules.

Accessible Formats

Accessible formats are available upon request (i.e. large print, audio, braille, etc) upon request by contacting Deanna Trebil, Director/ADA Coordinator at 1106 Clarks Rd, New Bern, NC, by calling 252-636-4917 or by email at carts@cravencountync.gov. 

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