Transportation

Ridge Oak Transportation

Ridge Oak provides frequent shopping routes to Bernardsville, Lyons, Stirling and Gillette. For routine shopping, the bus leaves from Felmeth Hall, circles the property and then stops at Village 12. Return trip time is announced by the driver–approximately Noon. There is no charge for this service. Check the ACORNS for the schedule. 

 

Ridge Oak provides medical transportation within 15 miles of Ridge Oak. The service is offered Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday and appointments must be between 12-2pm. You must be able to get in and out of the bus on your own, or use a wheelchair with the lift. Call Molly to schedule.  

 

Somerset Para-Transit

Somerset County Division of Transportation – Para-Transit Service provides curb to curb transportation to residents who are senior citizens; and people aged 18 or older with functional limitations. Trips to medical appointments have a high priority. If scheduling permits, transportation for other reasons, like grocery shopping, day care and senior centers may be available. At least 48 hours advance notice is required for most reservations and riders must pre-register before scheduling their first ride. Donations are accepted for all trip purposes not covered by a required fare. Additional information is available at www.co.somerset.nj.us. You may request a complete packet of information by calling 908-231-7115.

 

Bus

Lakeland Bus Lines operates between Bernardsville and New York Port Authority with three stops in the Basking Ridge area. The closest stop to Ridge Oak is at S. Finley Ave. and W. Henry St. approximately a 12-minute walk from Felmeth Hall (1/2 mi). Call 973-366-0600 or check the website for schedule and fare information.

 

Taxi

There are several taxi companies in the area – Check the Yellow Pages for area listings or see “at a glance” information below. 

 

Train

NJ Transit railway operates the Gladstone Branch that connects Basking Ridge to Newark and Hoboken transportation hubs. Basking Ridge Station is located at Ridge St. & Depot Place, near Washington Ave., approximately one mile from Felmeth Hall (150 Manchester Drive).  For more information and schedules, contact NJ Transit at 973-275-5555 or check the website.

 

Transportion Options

Uber and Lyft are on-demand, car services that allow you to request a ride from a private driver through a ‘smartphone’ application. The service uses dispatch software to send the nearest available driver to your location. You need to sign up for the service and ‘download’ their application to your smartphone (iPhone, Android, etc.) These services charge your ride directly to the credit card on file with your account.

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Transportation at a Glance