Mainstream | Cota
1330 Fields Avenue, Columbus, OH 43201
Eligibility
Eligibility for Mainstream cannot be based on financial hardship. A person must be over eight (8) years of age to certify for eligibility. To apply, download and complete the Mobility Services Application or call Mobility Services at 614-275-5828 – (614) 275-5833 to request
the application be mailed, faxed or emailed.
Once you receive the application you must complete part 1 of your application. You must also have a specialist that oversees your currently functional limitation(s) that prevent you from using the fixed route bus complete part 2 of the application. After both parts have been completed, call 614-275-5833 to schedule an appointment to attend an interview/functional assessment or complete an assessment over the phone.
Required documents
Completed application.
Hours
Reservations Department (614-272-3033). Reservation hours are Mon-Fri 7 am-6 pm, Sat-Sun 8 am-6 pm.
(614) 275-5828
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Application process
Eligibility for Mainstream cannot be based on financial hardship. A person must be over eight (8) years of age to certify for eligibility. To apply, download and complete the Mobility Services Application or call Mobility Services at 614-275-5828 – (614) 275-5833 to request
the application be mailed, faxed or emailed.
Fees
$3.50 one way or $105 for monthly pass.
Service area
Franklin County, Ohio
COTA Mainstream offers origin-to-destination rides for people whose functional limitations prevent them from riding COTA’s fixed route buses. Eligible riders can choose from two Mainstream options:
Mainstream service – Reserve your shared-ride trip through the COTA Reservations Department phone line, email, or fax line.
Mainstream on-demand service (powered by UZURV) – Call the UZURV Call Center to reserve private, accessible, same-day, non-stop, door-to-door service.
Last assured
01/05/2026
Providing organization
Cota
Public transportation system within Franklin County and contiguous counties.