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

RIDES Mass Transit District

Who it's for

Williamson County public transportation is RIDES Mass Transit District, the regional rural transit provider for far-southern Illinois, offering curb-to-curb demand-response rides for medical appointments, senior centers, and essential errands across Williamson County (Marion, Herrin, Carterville, Johnston City, Energy, Crab Orchard) and connecting trips around the region. 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.

Williamson: RIDES Mass Transit District demand-response + Illinois Benefit Access free/reduced fare for 65+.

What you'll need

Proof of age 60+ (or a Medicare card)
Proof of Williamson 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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