Fare Definitions
Exact cash fare is required on all buses. Drivers do not carry money or make change.
Reduced Fare Card/Permits
Reduced Fare Card/Permits may be obtained through the RTA by calling 836-7000 (from any Chicagoland area code). A Medicare card along with another source of identification with a photograph and date of birth is acceptable to obtain the RTA Reduced Fare Card/Permit. Children ages 7-11 do not need to show a Reduced Fare Card/Permit to receive the reduced fare.
Seniors
Persons 65 years or older who present an RTA Reduced Fare Card/Permit can ride for less--usually half the regular fare. Seniors must apply in person to obtain a Reduced Fare Card/Permit. Please call the RTA Travel Information Center at 836-7000 for a registration location near you.
Persons with Disabilities
Persons with disabilities who present the RTA Reduced Fare Card/Permit are also entitled to reduced fares--usually half the regular fare. Please call the RTA Travel Information Center at 836-7000 for an application form. Reduced fares do not apply to ADA Paratransit Service fares.
Students
Reduced fares apply to students going to and from school activities, twelfth grade or lower, on weekdays from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. when a valid School ID is presented. Student fares are effective from the third week of August until the second week of June. Student fares are not valid on weekends or holidays. Students may not use the Reduced Fare CTA/Pace 30-day Pass or the Reduced Commuter Club Card. Reduced Fare 10-Ride tickets and the Haul Pass can be used by students on Pace buses.
Children
Children ages 7-11 are entitled to reduced fares. Children under the age of 7 ride free when accompanied by a fare-paying adult passenger. A maximum of two children can ride free with each fare-paying adult passenger.
Transfers
You can buy a Pace transfer that allows you to ride other Pace routes.
Pace transfers can not be used on CTA buses or trains. Transfers can be used for two trips following the initial ride but the transfer
is only valid on Pace routes. These trips must be taken within two (2) hours of the beginning of the initial ride. Reverse riding on the route of purchase
using a Pace transfer is allowed within the two-hour time limit. Reverse riding is NOT allowed using free local transfers. Local transfers are available in Aurora, Joliet, Elgin and Waukegan, and are valid for one hour. Surcharges apply on Premium Fare routes.
Questions or Comments
If you have any questions, please contact Pace Customer Services.
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