Community Transport

For those that are less able to travel by regular public transport, there are community transport options available in the area. Kent Karrier is a Dial-a-Ride service that operates within Kent, providing residents with accessible transport for a range of travel needs including to the supermarket, town centre or medical appointment. Services are available Monday-Friday between 10:00-13:00, bookings need to be made at least 1 day in advance. Call 01892 832447 between 09:30-16:00 to book a journey. A return journey will cost Â£5 and from April 2025, an annual membership will cost Â£50. To apply for a membership, head over to the Kent Karrier webpage to start your application.

Red Zebra is a volunteer car service in the Whitstable area. It is provided for those aged 55+ who may find accessing public transport a difficulty but are able to get in and out of a car independently. Memberships cost Â£14 per person or Â£20 per couple. You can apply to be on the waiting list for a membership here.

Volunteer for Community Transport

Community transport services like Kent Karrier and Red Zebra are essential for many people, and these services are often on the lookout for volunteers to help them reach even more users.

If youâ€™ve got a bit of time to spare and want to see how you could get involved, just check out their websites above.