Train Fare | Regional Transportation Authority
175 West Jackson Boulevard, Suite 1550, Chicago, IL 60604
Eligibility
Resident of Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry and Will counties; Ages 12 to 64; Meet income guidelines
Required documents
Valid government-issued identification with same address as listed on SNAP decision letter
Proof of residency
Proof of Income (Qualify for SNAP)
Current color photo that clearly shows your face
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
312-663-4357
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Mobility Services Helpline
888-782-1008
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TRA Transit Benefit Fare Program
312-913-3200
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Administrative Office
312-913-3110
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Ride Free and Reduced Fare
312-913-3120
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Mobility Education Training
312-663-HELP
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RTA Mobility Services Helpline
312-836-7000
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Travel Information
312-913-3126
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Mobility Education Presentations
Websitehttps://www.rtachicago.org
Languages
English
Application process
(1) Visit GetAccess.org to apply: https://fares.rtachicago.org/ (2) Submit required documents
Fees
No Fees
Service area
Cook County, IL
Dupage County, IL
Will County, IL
Mchenry County, IL
Lake County, IL
Kane County, IL
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.
Date of Last Formal Update
10/20/2025
Data provided by
211 DuPage County
What's Here
Providing organization
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.