Reduced Fares and Free Rides on Public Transport

Chicago Transit Authority and Regional Transportation Authority not only make it easy for you to travel green, we offer special reduced fare and free ride programs. Find out if you qualify.

REDUCED FARE PROGRAMS

Children ages 7–11
*For children 7 thru 11, each child pays a Reduced Fare—just ask the bus operator or station attendant for assistance. Also, children under 7 ride free with a fare-paying customer.

Student Reduced Fare
*For elementary and high school students 7-20 years old: Valid 5:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. on school days, with permit.

RTA REDUCED FARE PERMITS

For seniors, Medicare recipients and people with disabilities.

FREE RIDE PROGRAMS

Military Service Pass
Seniors Ride Free (RTA)
People with Disabilities Ride Free (RTA)

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The RTA Customer Service Centers are specifically tasked with serving nearly 600,000 riders who qualify for reduced fare, ride free or ADA Paratransit permits:

http://www.rtachicago.org/rider-resources

Regional Transport Authority Administrative
175 W. Jackson Blvd, Suite 1650
Chicago, IL 60604
Weekdays 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
312-913-3200
Contact: http://www.rtachicago.org/index.php/about-us/contact-us.html

The website of Chicago Transport Authority makes it easy for everyone to plan trips, stay updated, find discounts, and learn more:

http://www.transitchicago.com/

Chicago Transit Authority
567 West Lake Street
Chicago, IL 60661
1-888-YOUR-CTA (1-888-968-7282)
feedback@transitchicago.com