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How to apply for Fresno Area Express (FAX) Senior Reduced Fare

City of Fresno Department of Transportation (Fresno Area Express)

Who it's for

Fresno Area Express (FAX) is the City of Fresno's public bus system, serving Fresno and Clovis. Riders 65 or older qualify for the Reduced Fare program. During the current limited-time promotion all reduced-fare riders, including seniors, ride FREE on FAX buses; when the promotion ends the standard senior fare is a substantial discount off the adult fare. To qualify you must show an accepted ID (California driver's license, state ID, or other government-issued photo ID showing your date of birth) and may obtain a FAX Reduced Fare ID Card at the Manchester Transit Center.

What you'll need

  • Proof of age 65+ (California driver's license, state ID card, or other government-issued photo ID showing date of birth)

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-559-621-7433

Renewals

FAX Reduced Fare ID Card; the current free-rides promotion is limited-time (about one year per the published program instructions)

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