Free Transit Passes | Regional Transportation Authority

Free public transit permits to ride on the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), Metra and Pace.

Date of Last Formal Update

11/27/2024

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211 DuPage County

Physical Address

175 West Jackson Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60604

Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Voice

312-913-3110

Customer Service

Application process

(1) To apply in person, call the main number to find a location nearest you. (2) To apply by mail, download either the Senior or Persons with Disabilities application from the website and return the completed application to the address as listed on the application https://fares.rtachicago.org/. (3) If approved, a permit will be received by mail in about 3-4 weeks.

Fee

No Fees, Fees apply for replacement permits or for pictures to be take on site.

Eligibility

Enrolled in the Illinois Department on Aging's Benefit Access Program; Persons aged 65 or older or with a disability; Meet income requirements.

Languages

English

Agency info

Regional Transportation Authority

Administrative entity that oversees the programs that help plan trips using public transportation, accessible transit and reduced fare programs, as well as an online portal to apply for reduced fare and ride free permits.