Important Program Update
The Student Adventure Pass pilot program will conclude on June 30, 2025. Beginning July 1, students can continue to save with a new 50% Student/Youth discount—double the original savings offered before the pilot. Thank you for riding with Metrolink and being part of this incredible journey!
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We want to know how the Student Adventure Pass impacted your studies or your everyday life. Your feedback helps us improve the student experience and showcase the program's value.
Click here to take the quick survey now.Getting to class, work, or anywhere in between shouldn’t be a hassle. That’s why Metrolink’s Student Adventure Pass has provided free train rides for students across Southern California.
Although this pilot program will conclude on June 30, 2025, starting July 1, 2025 students can continue to save with a new 50% Student/Youth discount—double the original savings offered before the pilot.
Thank you for riding with Metrolink and being part of this program!
GO Mobile with your student adventure pass
Getting your mobile Student Adventure Pass is as easy as 1-2-3!
- Download the Metrolink mobile app.
- Register for an account using your active student email.
- Verify your account via the confirmation email (check your spam folder) and you'll receive your Student Adventure Pass directly to your mobile app's ticket wallet.
Grab your phone and valid student ID and you're good to go! Take the train to school, work, or adventures. With the Student Adventure Pass your ride is on us.
FAQs
What is the Student Adventure Pass?
The Student Adventure Pass is a pilot program that enables current students in Southern California to ride Metrolink for free. K-12, technical school, colleges, and university students are eligible.
Students MUST show a valid student ID upon inspection. Faculty and staff are not eligible for the program.
The Student Adventure Pass will be available until June 30, 2025, when the pilot program will end.
Who is eligible for the Student Adventure Pass?
Students of any age are eligible with a valid Student ID, plus a valid mobile or paper Student Adventure Pass ticket at all times.
Faculty and staff are not eligible for the Student Adventure Pass program.
Faculty and staff members who are also current students and have a valid student ID are eligible for the program.
Will the Student Adventure Pass be extended?
No. The Student Adventure Pass will end on June 30, 2025.
Why is the Student Adventure Pass pilot program ending?
The Student Adventure Pass is a pilot program funded through a combination of grants and support from Metrolink’s Member Agencies. Due to the program’s overwhelming success, the available grant funding for the Student Adventure Pass pilot - which initially helped cover 100% of student fares – can no longer fully sustain the program.
What is the final day the Student Adventure Pass can be used?
The last day to use the mobile Student Adventure Pass or print a valid paper ticket through the program will be Monday, June 30, 2025.
Will there be a replacement program after the pilot ends?
Yes. After the Student Adventure Pass pilot ends on June 30, 2025, Metrolink will introduce a new 50% discount for students — doubling the previous 25% discount offered before the pilot began.
The new discount will be available through the Metrolink app and at ticket machines. It can be applied to the Metrolink Day Pass, as well as all multi-day passes, including the Monthly Pass.
How will the new student/youth discount work?
Starting July 1, 2025, all students—regardless of age—and youth ages 18 and under will be eligible for a 50% discount on Metrolink fares.
To receive the discount, riders must select the Student/Youth rider type when purchasing a ticket in the Metrolink mobile app or at a ticket machine. Students are required to carry a valid student ID and must present it to a fare inspector upon request.
What are my options for discounted or affordable fares now?
Starting July 1, 2025, students will be eligible for a new 50% discount on all Metrolink fares.
Students with a California EBT card can save even more by combining the student discount with Metrolink’s Mobility-4-All program. When purchasing a ticket at any Metrolink ticket machine, eligible riders can apply both discounts to receive an additional 50% off their pass.
Can I still ride Metrolink for free after the program ends?
No, the Student Adventure Pass program will end on June 30, 2025. After that date, all mobile Student Adventure Passes will expire, and any Student/Youth paper tickets dated after June 30, 2025 will not be valid for travel.
Students can still save on Metrolink with a new 50% student discount, which will be available on the Metrolink app and at ticket machines starting July 1, 2025.
Will my existing Student Adventure Pass still work?
No, the mobile Student Adventure Pass will expire on June 30, 2025. Any Student/Youth paper tickets dated after that date will not be valid for travel.
Will students continue to ride for free when traveling as part of the Student/Youth Group Travel program?
No. The school and Group Travel program will revert to the original program rules. Students and chaperones will only be charged $3/rider for all coordinated trips.
Why can’t I print a future-dated ticket anymore?
The Student Adventure Pass program will conclude on June 30, 2025. To help prevent tickets from being accidentally printed with a date beyond that deadline — which would automatically void the ticket — the option to print future-dated Student Adventure Pass tickets has been disabled.
Tickets can still be printed for same-day travel through June 30, 2025.
Are faculty & staff eligible for the Student Adventure Pass?
No. Faculty and staff are not eligible for the Student Adventure Pass program.
Faculty and staff members who are also a current student and have a valid student ID are eligible for the program.
Do I need to show my Student ID with my ticket when I'm on the train?
Yes, a valid Student ID must be presented to the fare inspector upon request.