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How to apply for Madison County Transit — Senior Free Ride (Madison County)

Madison County Transit (MCT)

Who it's for

Madison County public transportation is Madison County Transit (MCT), a fixed-route bus and trail network (Alton / Edwardsville / Granite City / Wood River) connecting to MetroLink and St. Louis. DISTINCTIVELY, seniors age 65+ qualify for an MCT Senior Free Ride ID — FREE rides in Madison County and half fare in St. Clair County and Missouri. The Illinois Benefit Access Program also provides free/reduced fares. ADA paratransit is available. Madison = Madison County Transit (MCT); seniors 65+ get a Senior Free Ride ID (free in Madison, half fare St. Clair/MO).

Madison: free senior transit pass (65+) on the county transit system + Benefit Access.

What you'll need

Proof of age 65+ (or a Medicare card)
Proof of Madison County / Illinois residency
Photo identification

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 618-797-4636

Renewals

senior pass multi-year

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