How to apply for Galesburg Transit — Seniors Ride Free + Paratransit (Knox County) in Illinois

Who it's for

Knox County public transportation is Galesburg Transit, the City of Galesburg's fixed-route bus system, with four routes inside Galesburg city limits, Monday through Saturday. Through the Seniors Ride Free Program, riders age 65 and older ride FREE on the fixed-route buses — show a photo ID at Public Transportation (1025 Monmouth Blvd) to get a senior card. Riders with disabilities who are registered with the Illinois Department on Aging Benefit Access Program can get a Disability Ride Free bus pass. Galesburg Transit also runs paratransit for riders who can't use the fixed-route buses, and county dial-a-ride / SHOW BUS serves the rural parts of Knox County. Call the Galesburg Transit office at 309-345-3686.

What you'll need

• Photo ID showing age 65+ (to get the free senior card at 1025 Monmouth Blvd)
• For the Disability Ride Free pass: the Illinois Benefit Access Program approval certificate plus a photo ID

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Galesburg Transit — Seniors Ride Free + Paratransit (Knox 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 photo ID showing age 65+ (to get the free senior card at 1025 Monmouth Blvd), for the Disability Ride Free pass: the Illinois Benefit Access Program approval certificate plus a photo ID — 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

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