Capital Metro Reduced Fare
50% off Austin Capital Metro for active/reserve military and disabled riders (uniformed military rides free).
Who qualifies
- Available to any veteran
- Travis County, Texas residency
Details
Eligibility
Active and reserve military ID holders (not in uniform) qualify for half-price fares; military in uniform ride free. Disabled veterans typically apply through the Reduced Fare ID program for persons with disabilities, which requires medical-provider verification.
Discount
50% off regular fares with a Reduced Fare ID Card ($3, valid 2 years).
How to apply
Apply online at app.capmetro.org/ReducedFare (active military, seniors, Medicare holders, students), in person at the Capital Metro Transit Store (1705 Guadalupe St., Austin, TX 78701; weekdays 8 a.m.-5 p.m.), or by calling 512-389-7475 to request a mail-in application. Disabled riders must use a special packet (online version unavailable).
Always confirm current rates and rules with the Travis County agency before applying.
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