How to apply for Rockford Mass Transit District (RMTD) — Free Senior Rides (Winnebago County) in Illinois

Who it's for

Winnebago County public transportation is the Rockford Mass Transit District (RMTD), with fixed-route buses across Rockford, Loves Park, and Machesney Park plus RMTD Paratransit. Riders 65 and older ride RMTD fixed-route buses FREE with an RMTD senior photo ID ($5.00, with proof of age). Anyone with a Medicare card, including people under 65 with a disability, pays a half fare of $0.75 a ride ($1.50 day pass) with an RMTD Disabled Citizen photo ID, and rides free if also enrolled in the Illinois Benefit Access Program. RMTD Paratransit is door-to-door service for people whose disability keeps them from using the regular bus; it costs $3.00 each way, requires an application at 201 North Winnebago Street, and registered riders can also book same-day rides to health care for $3.00. Get photo IDs at an RMTD Transfer Center; fare questions 815-961-9000, paratransit 815-961-2255. In rural Winnebago County outside the RMTD area, Reagan MTD runs curb-to-curb rides on weekdays (815-288-2117) with free transfers to RMTD.

What you'll need

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

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Rockford Mass Transit District (RMTD) — Free Senior Rides (Winnebago County). I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need proof of age 65+ (or a Medicare card), proof of Winnebago County / Illinois residency, photo identification — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

senior ID multi-year