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RTA Ride Free, Reduced Fare, or ADA Paratransit Permit.
- Reduced Fare Program Details
- Free Ride Program Details
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Quick Reduced Fare comparison:
1. Reduced Fare Permits (buses) $1.10 Reduced Fare Includes up to 2 transfers within 2 hours 2. Reduced Fare Permits (rail) $1.25 Reduced Fare Includes up to 2 transfers within 2 hours 3. Reduced Fare with cash on buses $1.25 Reduced Fare No transfers See our Complete Fare Chartto determine how much a full fare or reduced fare trip costs (and note that, in order to make transfers, you'll need to pay with a farecard), as well as additional options.
Children, 7–11 years of age
Each child pays a Reduced Fare: 1. Tell bus operator or see station attendantfor assistance at train stations before paying. Children under 7 ride free with a fare-paying customer. See also: Info for parents with children.
Student Reduced Fare
The Student Reduced Fare is separate from the regular Reduced Fare and is valid on school days only between 5:30am and 8:30pm. Students 20 & younger are eligible with a valid Student Ventra Card. 1. Pricing: $0.75Student Reduced Fare Includes up to 2 transfers within 2 hours (must use Student Ventra Card)
Military Service Pass
1. Active U.S. military personnel in full uniform and presenting their United States Armed Forces ID may ride free on CTA buses and trains. 2. Active U.S. military personnel and qualifying disabled veterans with a Military Service Pass may ride free on CTA buses and trains. 3. To obtain a Military Service Pass, visit service center on select days of the month. 4. See Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)for locations, dates and times to visit a service center, and more. 5. You can also load trans...
Seniors ride free
Seniors, aged 65 or older: If you are an Illinois resident, and currently enrolled in the Illinois Department on Aging’s Benefit Access Program, you are eligible for free transit on fixed routes operated by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), Metra and Pace. Visit the RTA for more info.(Opens in a new window)
People with disabilities ride free
If you are an Illinois resident, and currently enrolled in the Illinois Department on Aging’s Benefit Access Program as a person with a disability, you are eligible for free transit on fixed routes operated by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), Metra and Pace. Learn more.(Opens in a new window)
Dec 12, 2018 · You can visit the RTA website here . All reduced fare permit cardholders with an expired permit or with a permit scheduled to expire soon, will need to re-apply. Call a RTA customer service representative at (312) 913-3110 for more information on how to renew a permit.
Find the fare that suits you. Click the "Get Started Online" button below to purchase fare cards online at the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) website.
You can enjoy unlimited rides on all CTA buses and trains with our 1-Day, 3-day, 7-day or 30-day unlimited-ride passes. Your pass activates the first time you use it and is good for the full length of time from that moment.
May 14, 2024 · The free or reduced fare rides are provided on fixed-route service by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), Metra and Pace Suburban Bus. Qualifications vary among transit providers. Please view the transit provider you are using for the applicable conditions.
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Reduced Fare Application. The Reduced Fare Permit allows people age 65 or over and individuals with disabilities under the age of 65 to ride at a reduced rate on Metra, Pace, and CTA bus and rail service. Can I apply online?
