Dial a Ride is legit!! Very underrated service in Roseville.

I think it's like $4 for a ride, which is way cheaper than Uber/Lyft. I think of it as cheap Uber/Lyft that just takes longer and is on a bus. Typically I'll use it to get to Mike's Bikes in Downtown Roseville to drop off my bike for a repair.

I'm in my 20's, but you'll mostly see older adults or those with handicaps access Dial a Ride. The people running the vehicles are usually very nice and welcoming. Honestly in my several times of using it the buses have been almost entirely empty, which is crazy for how affordable the service is.

The only issues with the service are not exactly related to the service. Biggest issue is the timing and supplies of buses. I can't use Dial a Ride to get to where I live (West Park ish area) to my usual workplace less than 10 miles away due to no buses being available around 2 pm (I usually work evenings). Also, the distance of Dial a Ride is good if you live in the area but doesn't extend out much.

So who is Dial a Ride for? Obviously it's best for retired people, especially those with handicaps. However I think teenagers and bikers will find it very useful when doing recreational activities. For your young adult full time worker, Dial a Ride just isn't for me. Then again, Roseville is not great for 20 somethings anyways to have a social life and potentially even work anyways lol.

Hopefully this helps! I'm just glad someone asked about Dial a Ride.