Buckwheat Express – Preston County, WV

Riders 60+ Ride FREE

Buckwheat Express rides are payable with cash only. Your fare (payment) is due before boarding. Our drivers are unable to give change, so please be sure to have your exact fare ready. Current Buckwheat Express transit fares per ride are as follows:

ROUTE #1:
KINGWOOD – MORGANTOWN – TERRA ALTA

BASE FARE: 75¢
TRANSFER FARE (EACH ADDITIONAL ZONE THEREAFTER): 25¢

**Please be sure to check the service schedule and have the exact full fare amount ready based on your departure and arrival locations for each trip. Remember: the fares listed are for a one-way trip. Please have the exact fare ready for your return trip, also.

ROUTE #2:
SOUTH PRESTON LOOP

FARE: $1.25 ONE-WAY OR $2.00 ALL DAY PASS

ROUTE #3:
WEST PRESTON LOOP

FARE: $1.25 ONE-WAY OR $2.00 ALL DAY PASS

ROUTE DEVIATION
SERVICE FARE

FARE: $2.50 ONE – WAY

To use this service, please call to make a reservation one day before you plan to travel: (304) 329-0464.

DEMAND/RESPONSE
SERVICE FARE

FARE: CALCULATED BASED ON EXACT DEPARTURE AND DESTINATION LOCATION

To learn more or schedule a ride, call one day in advance: (304) 329-0464.

MEDICAL APPOINTMENT (NON-ESCORT)
SERVICE FARE

FARE: CALCULATED BASED ON EXACT DEPARTURE AND DESTINATION LOCATION

To use this service, please call Buckwheat Express to make a reservation one day before you plan to travel: (304) 329-0464.

MEDICAL ESCORT TRANSPORTATION FARE

Medical Escort is reimbursable by Medicaid, UMWA, and some healthcare plans. An advanced registration is required. To sign up and reserve a ride, please call (304) 329-0464.

FREE TRANSPORTATION FOR SENIORS

Adults aged 60 and up can ride any of our regular routes free of charge. There are also special trips available for seniors only. Accommodations are available for riders with disabilities and those who use wheelchairs, canes, walkers, and other mobility assistance devices.

Nutrition Transportation

Preston County residents aged 60+ can request a FREE ride to and from their nearest senior center for the lunch meal every weekday at noon. Spouses, friends, family, and loved ones under age 60 are welcome to ride along for just $1.25. If you require a mobility accommodation, please let us know in advance. To schedule a ride, please call: (304) 329-0464.

Community Shopping Days

Preston County residents aged 60+ can join us each week for a FREE shopping trip. Join us to get your weekly groceries and other necessary items. To learn more or schedule a trip, call us at: (304) 329-0464. If you need a wheelchair or mobility accommodation, please inform use when you call to schedule.

If you have any questions or are unsure about anything, please call Buckwheat Express at: (304) 329-0464.