STAR

What is STAR?
How does a resident use STAR?
How does STAR benefit my community?
How do I obtain more information about STAR for my residents?

What is STAR?

Committed to serving residents with disabilities, Arlington County's STAR (Specialized Transit for Arlington Residents) is Arlington's pre-arranged trip service.  STAR provides service by reserving a trip for patrons through Red Top Cab or STAR minivans operated by Diamond Transportation Services. The STAR service is available 5:30 am to midnight, 7 days a week, anywhere Metrobus or Metrorail service is available.  There are no restrictions on the purpose of a trip. 

How does a resident use STAR?

Arlington residents who are certified under the STAR program may call (703) 228-TRIP to request a trip reservation, set up a standing order trip, make advance cancellations and receive general information about STAR and other transportation services.  Fares effective July 1, 2006: Zone 1: $2.50 for trips inside Arlington; Zone 2: $3.00 for trips to DC, Alexandria, Falls Church, Fairfax County inside the Beltway; Zone 3: $7.00 for trips to Fairfax County outside the Beltway, Montgomery County, and Prince George’s County.

All trips must be within 3/4 mile a fixed route transit service. Personal Care Attendants (PCA) may ride free of charge.  Friends may ride with a certified STAR participant for the same fare.

How does STAR benefit my community?

STAR increases the value of your Arlington County location by increasing accessibility for disabled persons. Arlington's large number of public transit options together with STAR make your location very attractive to all potential residents. 

How do I obtain more information about STAR for my residents?

For more information about STAR, visit http://www.commuterpage.com/ART/star.htm.  Arlington Transportation Partners is happy to provide you and your community with free brochures explaining the STAR service.  To order brochures visit https://www.commuterpage.com/freepubs/.