Last updated: October 30, 2026
Bottom line
There is no one Wyoming transportation grant for every single mother. Choose help by the trip: Wyoming Medicaid for covered medical or dental visits; POWER for approved work-related needs; a Workforce Center for eligible training or job support; or local transit and Wyoming 211 for rides near home. Schools and veterans’ programs may help in some cases.
Start with the program linked to your trip, not an ad for a free car. Ask about a ride, mileage payment, bus fare, a gas card, paratransit, or help with car repair. ASMOM’s national transportation guide explains more options.
Funding, routes, reimbursement, and service areas vary. A referral or application does not guarantee a ride, gas card, repair, or vehicle.
If you need a ride today
Call 211 or 1-888-425-7138 and tell staff why you need the trip. Wyoming 211 lists local transportation aid. Staff are available Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. You can also text your ZIP code to 898211, or search the online directory at any hour. 211 is a referral line, not a guaranteed same-day ride.
For a Medicaid medical trip, call 1-855-294-2127 and choose travel assistance. Wyoming Medicaid Member Services lists phone hours of Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–6 p.m. Mountain Time.
For a long or winter trip, check Wyoming 511 or dial 511 before leaving. Call 911 for an immediate threat or medical emergency. If someone is hurting or threatening you and you need a safer way to travel, you can also call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233.
If transportation is part of a food, shelter, rent, or utility crisis, use the Wyoming emergency guide while you keep working on the ride.
Where to start
Medical or dental trip
Call Wyoming Medicaid before the appointment. Ask whether your benefit plan covers travel, what must be approved, and what proof is needed afterward.
Work or training trip
Call your POWER case manager or a Workforce Center. Ask whether transportation is part of your approved employment plan.
Local bus or ride
Use the statewide transit list or call 211. In rural areas, the provider may be a senior center, county system, or demand-response service.
School transportation
If your child lacks stable housing, ask for the district McKinney-Vento liaison. If disability is involved, ask whether transportation belongs in the child’s education plan.
Use ASMOM’s Wyoming help directory when the transportation problem is tied to several needs. The directory can help you find food, health coverage, child care, housing, and cash assistance.
Wyoming transportation quick reference
| Need | Best first contact | What to request | Reality check |
|---|---|---|---|
| Covered medical care | Wyoming Medicaid | Travel request, mileage, or approved transport | Coverage depends on the member plan and trip rules. |
| Bus or local ride | Local transit agency | Fixed route, demand response, or reduced fare | Hours and service areas vary. |
| Disability limits bus use | Transit paratransit office | ADA eligibility application | A diagnosis alone does not guarantee eligibility. |
| Work or POWER activity | POWER case manager | Transportation or vehicle repair support | The cost usually must fit the work plan. |
| Training or job search | Workforce Center | WIOA support services | Eligibility, enrollment, and funding apply. |
| Gas or urgent local trip | Wyoming 211 | Gas card, bus fare, or local provider | Local funds can run out. |
Wyoming Medicaid travel assistance
Wyoming Medicaid may help members travel to a medically needed, covered appointment, including some dental visits. The member must have a plan with travel benefits and go to a provider enrolled with Wyoming Medicaid. Not all plans or trips qualify. For a child, a parent or legal guardian listed on the case can ask for help. Check the Medicaid travel guide before booking.
Depending on the trip, assistance may involve a private vehicle, mileage payment, public transit, taxi, shuttle, bus, air travel, or certain lodging costs. The state decides which approved, cost-effective choice fits the case. This is not a general taxi service or help getting to the grocery store or pharmacy. The member FAQ explains those limits.
Ask about mileage before you drive. Wyoming’s older posted materials listed special rules for travel within the member’s town and for out-of-town trips. A newer travel guide is now linked from the state site. Because rates and distance rules can change, confirm the current rate, eligible miles, local-trip rules, and any approval with Member Services instead of relying on an old per-mile figure.
Use the Medicaid member portal to submit an eligible travel request or call 1-855-294-2127. For an airline, bus, taxi, shuttle, or emergency travel-funds request, call Member Services; those requests cannot be handled only through the online form. Ask how soon to request the trip. If you already went to the visit, ask whether you can still file within 30 days. If Medicaid was approved for earlier months, ask whether an exception lets you file for an older visit. Confirm both rules under the current guide.
Reimbursement comes later
Travel payment normally comes after the visit. Ask for the Travel Request Verification and have the medical office sign or verify the visit. Send any needed receipts and payee details, including an up-to-date W-9 when required. Medicaid’s member FAQ says payment can take up to 30 days after the W-9 is processed; a first W-9, changed address, or mailed check can take longer.
Keep proof with the patient’s name, date of birth, date of care, and provider signature, plus any receipts the program asks for. Ask if parking, tolls, fuel, or maintenance are excluded rather than assuming each cost is paid.
For help getting dental services before arranging the ride, use the Wyoming dental care guide. Ask the dentist to confirm that the office takes your Medicaid plan and that the appointment is covered.
Public transit and rural ride options
The Wyoming DOT transit page says every one of the state’s 23 counties has at least one public transit provider. This does not mean every address has a daily route. Some county systems and senior centers only serve certain riders, locations, or trip types.
Ask the operator whether it has set bus stops, door-to-door rides, demand-response pickup, route changes, lower fares, or trips to another county. Book as early as possible; many rural trips need advance notice.
| Area | Starting point | Current useful detail |
|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne | Cheyenne Transit | Bus routes and ADA paratransit. Ask about fares and pickup at 307-637-6253. |
| Casper area | LINK transit | Fixed-route buses in Casper, Evansville, Mills, and nearby areas. Call 307-235-8273 for fares, times, and stops. |
| Casper door-to-door | ASSIST service | Door-to-door rides, with added rules for some riders. Call 307-235-8273 for eligibility, cost, and booking; some trips need a week’s notice. |
| Jackson and Teton | START Bus | Free bus rides within Jackson town limits. Regional fares and seasonal timetables differ. |
| Fremont County | Wind River Transit | Fixed-route and demand-response service, including Wind River Reservation areas. |
| Sweetwater County | STAR Transit | Door-to-door, stop-to-stop, and scheduled shuttle service. |
Call before leaving home. Ask about children, car seats, personal attendants, service animals, exact fare, payment method, cancellations, winter delays, and the last return trip.
Paratransit and disability transportation
ADA paratransit is for people who cannot use the regular accessible bus on some or all trips because of a disability. A diagnosis alone is not enough. The local bus agency looks at how the person can get to, board, use, and leave its fixed-route service.
For example, Cheyenne’s ADA rules say the agency must decide within 21 calendar days of a complete application. If no decision is made by then, temporary (presumptive) eligibility applies while review continues. An eligibility appeal may be filed within 60 calendar days of the decision letter. These are Cheyenne’s published steps; ask your local operator for its own process.
Ask your transit provider for the form, any health-professional proof, the trip area, the fare, the decision date, and how to appeal. If a bus cannot safely take you, ask about other disability ride services through Wyoming’s aging and disability center.
Transportation for work and training
Wyoming’s POWER Work Program offers cash help and work planning to some eligible families with children. Case managers may help with child care and transportation. The state lists vehicle repair and other work costs as possible support, but you must meet the program’s rules. See its employment expense list.
If you are in POWER, ask your case manager before buying gas, bus passes, tires, repairs, or insurance. Find out if the cost fits your Individual Responsibility Plan (your agreed work plan), whether you must use an approved shop, and what proof to give. Keep the written answer.
ASMOM’s Wyoming TANF guide explains POWER eligibility and participation rules.
The Wyoming WIOA program may help eligible adults, workers who lost jobs, and some young people train for work. Funding, enrollment, and support costs are decided case by case. Contact a local Workforce Center or call 1-877-WORK-WYO to ask about travel tied to an approved plan.
Transportation is not automatic just because you have a job interview or attend school. Explain how the trip supports the approved employment goal and ask whether another resource must be used first.
Gas cards, car repair, and vehicle help
A gas card or car-repair payment usually comes from a local charity or work program, not a statewide free-car grant. Use Wyoming 211 to ask for a provider in your county that handles bus fare, gas, vehicle repair, or non-emergency medical rides. Ask if funds are available now and whether they pay you or the vendor.
If you need a repair, gather your license, registration, insurance, written repair estimate, proof of income, and proof that the car is needed for work, health care, training, or child care. Do not approve a repair first unless the program says it can pay afterward.
Free-car reality check
Wyoming does not operate a free-car program for all single mothers. Real vehicle programs are rare and may involve a donated car, discounted purchase, repair assistance, or workforce support. Never pay a random website for a guaranteed car grant or secret list.
Use ASMOM’s Wyoming community guide to find local agencies that may know about short-term assistance.
School and child care transportation
If you and your child are staying in a shelter, motel, car, or a shared home because you lost housing, the child may qualify for McKinney-Vento school help. The Wyoming Education Department says eligible students can ask for a ride to their school of origin (the school they went to before moving).
Ask your district’s homeless education liaison to review eligibility, school choice, and transport. Tell them where your child is staying and which school you want. The school must explain a disputed decision in writing, along with your right to appeal. The child may attend school while a school-choice dispute is reviewed.
If your child has an Individualized Education Program (IEP), ask the school team if a ride is a needed service. IEP rides and McKinney-Vento rides are two different rights.
If care for a younger child keeps you from getting to work or training, Wyoming’s ECARES child care system lets parents check child care support and search providers. Child care subsidy helps pay care costs for eligible families in approved activities; it is not the same as a ride benefit. The Wyoming child care guide explains more.
Transportation for veterans
Some veterans needing VA or VA-authorized health care can get a ride through the Cheyenne VA DAV van program or ask about the Veterans Transportation Service. The DAV van is free for eligible veterans who lack other options, but seats, routes, and volunteer drivers are limited.
The VA says DAV van passengers must be able to get on and off without the driver’s help. Ask the VA about other accessible rides if you use a wheelchair. Call the Cheyenne DAV hospital service coordinator at 307-778-7577, ask how early to book, and confirm the return trip. If you ride a DAV van, ask whether separate travel reimbursement is allowed; the VA states DAV riders do not receive travel reimbursement for that ride.
Documents and information to gather
You may not need every item. Keep readable copies and save call notes. ASMOM’s documents checklist gives a broader list.
| Type of help | Useful information | Practical tip |
|---|---|---|
| Medicaid travel | Member ID, provider, address, date, time, phone | Request travel before the appointment when possible. |
| Mileage payment | Travel verification, provider proof, W-9 | Confirm the rate and forms first. |
| Local transit | Pickup, destination, child ages, mobility needs | Ask about return service and cancellations. |
| Work support | Work plan, job offer, schedule, repair estimate | Show how transportation removes a work barrier. |
| Car repair | License, registration, insurance, written estimate | Wait for written approval before repairs. |
| School transportation | School name, temporary address, prior school | Keep liaison and dispute records. |
Common mistakes to avoid
- Waiting until appointment day. Medicaid, paratransit, and rural rides may require advance requests.
- Paying before approval. Mileage, repairs, and gas may not be reimbursed without prior authorization.
- Assuming transit is countywide. Ask about boundaries, reservation times, and return trips.
- Missing provider proof. Medicaid reimbursement requires verification that the appointment happened.
- Ignoring winter conditions. Check road closures before a long trip.
- Accepting only a verbal denial. Ask for the rule and review or appeal steps in writing.
When gas money competes with food or utilities, use ASMOM’s Wyoming food guide and Wyoming utility guide.
If transportation help is denied or delayed
Ask for the reason in writing. A request may fail due to missing proof, a service that is not covered, an unapproved provider, a late form, a trip outside the service area, or a program that has run out of funds. Ask which rule applies and what you can do next.
For Medicaid travel, call Member Services and ask if a missing paper can be sent or another ride can be approved. The Wyoming Medicaid FAQ says you must ask for an administrative hearing within 30 days after written notice of a Medicaid decision you dispute. Read the notice for the steps and deadline; if the case concerns travel payment rather than benefits, ask Member Services which review path applies.
For POWER, ask your case manager which rule was used, then ask for a supervisor or formal review if needed. DFS lists an Ombudsman at 307-777-6597. For WIOA, ask whether another approved aid source can cover the trip. Local charities may simply be out of money; ask 211 for another agency.
For paratransit, ask for the written decision and appeal rules. For school transportation, ask the McKinney-Vento liaison for the district’s written dispute steps. If you need legal advice, the Wyoming legal help guide is a starting point.
ASMOM’s benefits problem guide can help you organize notices, calls, proof, and deadlines. For legal questions, use the Wyoming legal guide.
Phone scripts you can use
Calling Medicaid
“Hi, I need travel assistance for a covered appointment on [date] in [city]. Can you confirm that my plan includes travel, tell me which travel method is approved, and explain every form I need?”
Calling Wyoming 211
“Hi, I live in ZIP code [ZIP] and need transportation for [medical care, work, school, child care, or food]. Please check gas cards, bus fare, local rides, and repair programs serving my county.”
Calling POWER or WIOA
“Transportation is blocking my work or training plan. Can my program help with [gas, bus fare, mileage, or repair]? What must be approved before I spend money?”
Calling a school liaison
“Our housing is not stable, and I need to speak with the McKinney-Vento liaison about school-of-origin transportation and the written dispute process.”
Resumen en español
Wyoming no ofrece un solo programa de transporte para todas las madres solteras. Si tiene Medicaid y necesita ir a una cita médica o dental, llame al 1-855-294-2127. Pregunte si su plan paga el viaje, si debe pedir permiso antes y qué pruebas debe entregar. No use una tarifa antigua por milla sin confirmar.
Para autobuses, gasolina o viajes locales, llame al 211 o al 1-888-425-7138 de lunes a viernes, de 8 a. m. a 5 p. m. Para viajes por trabajo, pregunte a POWER o a un Workforce Center. Si su familia perdió vivienda, pida ayuda de transporte al enlace McKinney-Vento de la escuela.
Questions about Wyoming transportation help
Can Wyoming Medicaid pay mileage?
Sometimes. Your Medicaid plan must cover travel, and the visit must meet the state’s rules. A newer guide is posted, so ask Member Services for the current mileage rate, local-trip limits, and forms before driving.
Does Wyoming offer free cars?
No Wyoming program gives every single mother a free car. Local groups may have rare repair or vehicle help. Ask Wyoming 211 what is open in your county.
Can POWER pay for car repair?
It may. POWER lists vehicle repair and transport as possible work costs. Your case manager must confirm what fits your approved work plan before you pay.
Where can I find rural transit?
Start with the Wyoming DOT transit directory or call Wyoming 211. Every county has a provider, but service routes, who may ride, fares, and booking vary.
Can the school provide transportation after housing loss?
Yes, if the child qualifies under McKinney-Vento and school-of-origin travel is requested. Speak to the district liaison and ask for written decisions if there is a dispute.
What if Medicaid travel is denied?
Ask for the reason and whether missing papers or a different ride could fix it. For a Medicaid benefits decision, you usually must request a hearing within 30 days of written notice; ask about the review path for travel payments.
About this guide
This guide uses official federal, state, local, and other high-trust nonprofit and community sources mentioned in the article.
A Single Mother is independent and is not a government agency, benefits office, lender, law firm, medical provider, or tax advisor.
Program rules, funding, local availability, and eligibility can change. Always confirm details with the official program before you apply or make decisions.
Verification: Last verified October 30, 2026; next review January 28, 2027.
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Disclaimer: This article is for general information only. It is not legal, financial, medical, tax, immigration, disability, safety, or government-agency advice.
Last updated: October 30, 2026 Next review: January 28, 2027