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Metrolink offers discounted fares to make travel more affordable for seniors, disabled riders, students, military personnel, and more. See how you can save on your next trip and plan your trip!

Senior, Disabled & Medicare Discounts

Save up to 50% on most fares, except L.A. Zone Day Pass.

  • 50% Off: One-Way, SoCal Day Pass, 5-Day Flex Pass
  • 25% Off: Monthly Pass

Who Qualifies?

  • Seniors: Age 65 and over
  • Riders with Disabilities & Medicare Recipients

How to Get Your Discount

To qualify, present a valid photo ID with your date of birth or proof of eligibility when requested. Accepted IDs include:

 

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LA County Transit Operators Association ID Card

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Reduced Fare ID from other transit system

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Medicare ID Card

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DMV Disabled Person Placard Receipt

 

LA County Access Services ID Card - LA County Access Services ID Card holders ride at no cost within Los Angeles County only.

 

Personal Care Attendants (PCA)

A Personal Care Attendant (PCA) may accompany a rider with a disability for free—they must board and exit with the passenger.

Service Animals: Learn more about Metrolink’s accessibility policies here.

Children Ride Free

  • Ages 5 & Under: Up to three children ride free with an adult using a valid ticket.
  • Each additional child (after three): Pays discounted Student/Youth regular fare.

Student/Youth Discounts

Save up to 50% on all fares, excluding L.A. Zone Day Pass.

  • 50% Off: One-Way, SoCal Day Pass, 5-Day Flex Pass, Monthly Pass

Who Qualifies?

  • Students of any age with valid student ID
  • All youth 17 and under

Present Valid Student ID 

To qualify, present a valid photo ID with your date of birth or proof of eligibility when requested.

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VETERAN/Active Military Discount

  • 10% Off all fares, excluding L.A. Zone Day Pass.
  • Must present a valid Common Access Card (CAC) upon request.
  • Veterans must present valid proof of eligibility, such as:
    • Veterans ID Card
    • State ID Card with Veteran designation
    • Department of Defense ID Card
    • DD-214 (separation from military document)
    • NGB-22 (National Guard equivalent of DD-214)
    • Honorable Discharge Certificate
    • Statement of Service
    • Reserve Separation Orders
    • VA Letter

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Law Enforcement Officers Ride Free

Uniformed law enforcement officers may ride free of charge if they meet the following:

  • Peace officer status under California Penal Code 832
  • Present a valid photo ID issued by their law enforcement agency
  • Wear a Class A uniform, including:
    • Badge
    • Nameplate
    • Service weapon
    • Gun belt & holster

Not Accepted: Class B uniforms (e.g., polo shirts, raid jackets, jumpsuits).

Responsibilities of Law Enforcement Officers on Metrolink

  • Respond to incidents or accidents
  • Take action if criminal activity is observed
  • Give up their seat to paying passengers on crowded trains