Service

The RTA provides transportation to a variety of destinations in Delaware, Dubuque and Jackson counties. All services are open to the general public, and all RTA vehicles are equipped with a lift and wheelchair accessible. Most RTA services are door to door unless specified. All fares are contingent upon fitting into a current service.

Reservations for service are requested 24 hours in advance. Same day service is subject to availability. Dispatch hours are 5am-5pm. If you are a Medicaid recipient, are a member of NEIAAA (60 years and older) or veteran, please provide that information when you make your reservation. RTA is a contracted provider for the State of Iowa MCO’s and in partnership with NEIAAA (Scenic Valley). RTA services are available to persons of all income levels. If you would like more information on RTA fee assistance, call 1.800.839.5005 / 563.588.4592.

In addition to regularly scheduled services, the RTA provides round trip transportation on a reservation basis to other cities such as Cedar Rapids, Davenport, and even interstate travel to Madison, WI and other locations. Contact dispatch for availability and rates 1.800.839.5005 / 563.588.4592.

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Transportation Services
Special Service - Delaware County Connections
Transportation services have been expanded in the city of Manchester and the rural areas of Delaware County, with the help of volunteer drivers. Hours: 7:00am-7:00pm M-F and weekends, pending driver availability To schedule your ride, contact dispatch 1.800.839.5005 / 563.588.4592.
Services to Iowa City
Transportation is provided from Dubuque, Delaware, & Jackson Counties to Iowa City. Contact dispatch for availability and cost (minimum ridership required). Hours: Varying - depending upon passenger appointment times Rate: Contact dispatch 1.800.839.5005 / 563.588.4592
In-Town Dubuque
Transportation is provided in the City of Dubuque Monday through Friday. Hours: 7:00am-9:00am and 10:00am-5:30pm (locations and times vary throughout the Dubuque County area, contact dispatch for more detailed information and availability 1.800.839.5005 / 563.588.4592).
Epworth/Farley to Dubuque
Transportation is available to/from Epworth and Farley to Dubuque Monday through Friday on a limited basis. Contact dispatch for availability. Hours: Departs Epworth around 8:15am arrives at the JFK Transfer Station around 9:00am. Return transportation is provided at 2:30pm at the JFK Transfer Station.
Dyersville to Dubuque
Transportation is available from Dyersville to Dubuque Monday through Friday. Hours: Departs at 7:40am and returns at 2:30pm from the JFK Transfer Station.
Dyersville to Manchester
Transportation is available from Dyersville to Manchester Monday through Thursday Hours: Departs at 7:50am and returns at 3pm from Manchester.
Maquoketa in Town
Transportation is available in the city of Maquoketa Monday through Friday. Hours: 8:00am-3:30pm Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9am-3:30pm Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Miles and Preston to Maquoketa
Transportation is available between Maquoketa and Miles and Preston Monday through Friday. Hours: Departs at 6:30am and returns at 2pm.
Bellevue to Maquoketa
Transportation is available between Maquoketa and Bellevue Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Hours: Departs at 6:30am and returns at 2pm.
Baldwin to Maquoketa
Transportation is available between Maquoketa and Baldwin Monday through Thursday. Hours: Departs at 6:30am and returns at 2pm.
Delhi to Manchester
Transportation is available from Delhi to Manchester Monday through Friday Hours: Departs at 7:45am and returns at 3pm. If these hours don’t fit within your transportation needs, refer to Special Service - Rides to Wellness / Delaware County Connections for additional availability.
Ryan to Manchester
Transportation is available from Ryan to Manchester on a limited basis. Hours: Departs at 7:45am and returns at 3pm. If these hours don’t fit within your transportation needs, refer to Special Service - Rides to Wellness / Delaware County Connections for additional availability. 
Earlville to Manchester
Transportation is available from Earlville to Manchester on a limited basis, contact dispatch for more information at 1.800.839.5005 Hours: various times throughout the week. If these hours don’t fit within your transportation needs, refer to Special Service - Rides to Wellness / Delaware County Connections for additional availability.
Manchester in-town
Transportation is available in the city of Manchester every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Hours: 7:00am-5:00pm. If these hours don’t fit within your transportation needs, refer to Special Service - Rides to Wellness / Delaware County Connections for additional availability.
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