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How to apply for Hamilton County Senior Transportation (RIDES Mass Transit) + Benefit Access (Hamilton County)

RIDES Mass Transit District

Who it's for

Hamilton County public transportation is RIDES Mass Transit District, the rural transit provider for southeastern Illinois, offering curb-to-curb demand-response and intercity service for medical appointments, senior centers, and essential errands across Hamilton County (McLeansboro, Dahlgren, Broughton, Dale, Springerton). Seniors and people with disabilities ride at reduced fares; the Illinois Benefit Access Program (Illinois Department on Aging) provides additional free/reduced fares for income-eligible riders 65+. Schedule rides in advance.

Hamilton: RIDES Mass Transit District (SE-Illinois rural provider) + Illinois Benefit Access free/reduced fare for 65+.

What you'll need

Proof of age 60+ (or a Medicare card)
Proof of Hamilton County / Illinois residency
Photo identification

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-800-252-8966

Renewals

as-needed / pass multi-year

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