How to Call Catch-A-Ride from Abroad (No Roaming)
This guide is for Catch-A-Ride Public Transportation operated by Sunflower Diversified Services in and around Great Bend, Kansas.
If you’re abroad and you need to arrange transportation for yourself or someone back home (for example, getting a family member to an appointment, arranging a ride to/from Great Bend, or confirming service hours), calling a U.S. number via roaming can be expensive—especially if you need to wait on hold.
Below is a reliable way to call Catch-A-Ride from abroad using Callshake, plus the official service details that are most useful when scheduling.
How to call Catch-A-Ride from abroad with Callshake
- Open Callshake.com in your browser.
- Create an account and add pay-as-you-go credit.
- Dial the Catch-A-Ride scheduling/dispatch number.
Why Callshake helps for transportation scheduling calls
- No roaming charges from your carrier: you pay Callshake’s rate instead of roaming voice minutes.
- No active roaming or U.S. SIM required: call over Wi-Fi from a laptop or phone browser.
- Pay only for what you use: helpful when you need to confirm availability or reschedule.
- Works even if your phone line is unreliable abroad: you can still place the call from a stable internet connection.
Catch-A-Ride phone numbers
| Line | Phone number | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Dispatch / scheduling | +1 620 792 7797 | Scheduling rides and cancellations during dispatch hours |
| After-hours / weekend appointments | +1 620 786 2166 | After-hours/weekend rides by appointment (if arranged) |
Service area and scheduling details (official)
From Sunflower Diversified’s published service information:
- Service area: Barton, Rice, Rush, Stafford, and Pawnee County routes on weekdays, plus Great Bend and the local area (within ~10 miles) evenings and weekends.
- Reservations: next-day advance reservations are encouraged.
- Cancellations: can be made during dispatch hours via the main number.
Hours (official)
Scheduled service hours listed on the official public transportation page:
- Monday–Friday: 5:00am to 9:00pm
- Saturday: 8:00am to 4:00pm
- Sunday: 8:00am to 4:00pm
Note: holiday hours can vary.
What to have ready before you call
To schedule quickly (especially if you’re booking for someone else), have:
- Rider name and a call-back number
- Pickup address and destination (including city/county)
- Requested pickup time (and whether it’s flexible)
- Any accessibility needs (mobility devices, assistance, etc.)
Why your call might not connect from abroad
- You may be calling outside dispatch hours (time zones matter).
- If you’re on weak hotel Wi-Fi, the call can drop before you finish scheduling.
If the line disconnects, try again from a more stable network.
Verified official contact options
- Sunflower Diversified general public transportation page (official): https://www.sunflowerdiv.com/general-transportation
- Sunflower Catch-A-Ride listing (phone + hours): https://members.greatbend.org/list/member/sunflower-catch-a-ride-public-transportation-3991
Alternative ways to contact
- The public transportation page also includes a contact email link you can use if calling isn’t possible.
Disclaimer: Service area, schedules, and phone numbers can change. If you cannot reach dispatch, check the official public transportation page above for the latest details.
