Information: Transportation
Public Transportation
The CTA (Chicago Transit Authority) has buses and trains through out the city. Metra has trains that connect Chicago to surrounding areas and suburbs. Pace has bus services in the suburbs and partners with CTA and Metra.
Regional Transportation Authority (RTA)
Discounted and free ride programs based on income, age, student status, disability, or other criteria. This website provides additional information including link to online application and link to a registration site locator.
211 Metro Chicago
Dial 2-1-1 from any phone. 2-1-1 is a free, local, 24/7/365 service that connects all Cook County residents to essential health and social service support and information including ride assistance.
Paratransit Services
RTA Accessible Transit
If you have a disability that makes regular public transit difficult, you can apply for ADA Paratransit service through the RTA/Pace — reservation-based rides that often cost less than other accessible options.
RTA Mobility Services Helpline
Helpline at (312) 663-4357
The information is adapted from text generated by Gemini.” Gemini, Google, 22 September 2025 and OpenAI ChatGPT on 12 December 2025″ transportation in Chicagoland area” prompt.
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