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How to apply for Connect Transit (Bloomington-Normal) — Free Senior Fare + Connect Mobility Paratransit (McLean County)

Connect Transit + SHOW BUS (McLean County)

Who it's for

McLean County public transportation is Connect Transit, the Bloomington-Normal fixed-route bus system. DISTINCTIVELY, seniors age 65+ ride FREE (or discounted) with a Connect Transit photo-ID pass; Connect Mobility provides shared-ride, origin-to-destination paratransit for people who can't use the fixed-route buses ($1.25 each way). In the rural parts of the county, SHOW BUS provides deviated-fixed-route and demand-response service. The Illinois Benefit Access Program adds free/reduced fares for income-eligible riders 65+. Get a senior or Connect Mobility ID at the Connect Transit office.

McLean: Connect Transit — seniors 65+ ride FREE with ID pass; Connect Mobility paratransit; SHOW BUS rural; Benefit Access free for 65+.

What you'll need

  • Proof of age 65+ (or a Medicare card / proof of disability)
  • Proof of McLean County / Illinois residency
  • Photo identification

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 309-828-9833

Renewals

ID pass valid multi-year

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