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Registering for Discounted Fares

From the home page, mta.commuterdirect.com/tvm, click "Register your Senior or Disabled to purchase reduced-price fares." You will be taken to a form to register to use this feature at MARC TVMs. Notes about the form:

Phone Number

The phone number you enter will be your login ID at TVMs. We will also send text messages to this number, if you elect to receive text messages. We will send a text to alert you when your account has been activated, and when you request a PIN reset. We will not share your phone number with anyone.

Verify Eligibility

When registering for discounted fares, an ID will be required. If you are registering as a disabled person, and you have an MTA Disability ID, you will be able to enter the ID number. If you don't have an ID number, or are registering for Senior discounts, you will be asked to email, text, or fax a photo or scan of your ID. Accepted types of ID are:

  • MTA Senior Photo ID (no longer issued)
  • Government-issued photo ID showing age 65 or older
  • MTA Disability photo ID
  • Disability ID from another transit agency and government-issued photo ID
  • Medicare card and government-issued photo ID

Effective August 10, 2025, CommuterDirect will no longer accept student discounts via the Student Advantage program, as directed by the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA).

We recommend exploring alternative discount options or contacting your school's administration for potential resources. We understand this change may impact your plans and budgeting, and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience.

This decision is mandated by the MTA and beyond our control. For questions or assistance, please contact us Monday - Friday, 7am - 6pm at 703-228-7433. Thank you for your understanding and for being a valued customer.

 

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