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How to apply for Citilink Reduced Fare + Access Paratransit (Allen County)

Fort Wayne Citilink — public transit for Fort Wayne and Allen County.

Who it's for

Citilink runs Fort Wayne's fixed-route buses. Regular fares are $1.50 per ride, $3.75 for an all-day pass, and $54.00 for a 31-day pass; senior citizens age 60 and over, Medicare cardholders, riders with disabilities, and children 5-18 pay reduced fares of $0.75 / $1.85 / $27.00. To ride at the reduced fare, show a Medicare card or get a Citilink photo ID ($3.75, valid 3 years, issued at the Citilink office on Leesburg Road). Citilink Access ADA paratransit is $3.00 per ride. Call 260-432-4546.

Allen: the senior reduced fare starts at age 60 (or any age with a Medicare card). Get the ID at the Leesburg Road office, not the downtown station.

What you'll need

  • Medicare card, or Citilink reduced-fare photo ID ($3.75, valid 3 years, issued at the Leesburg Road office)

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 260-432-4546

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Citilink Reduced Fare + Access Paratransit (Allen 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 medicare card, or Citilink reduced-fare photo ID ($3.75, valid 3 years, issued at the Leesburg Road office) — 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

Citilink reduced-fare photo ID valid 3 years ($3.75)

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