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Reduced-Price Fares

Register your Senior, Disability, or Student Advantage ID to purchase reduced-price fares

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CommuterDirect.com customers may to export their existing discount fare IDs or SmartBenefits for use on the Ticket Vending Machines.


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Register to Purchase Reduced-Price Fares at MARC Ticket Vending Machines (TVMs)

You must provide a valid MTA Disability ID number or send an image of a valid Senior or Disability ID to participate in the reduced fare program on the ticket vending machines. If you do not have an MTA Disability ID number you will be prompted to upload an image of your Senior or Disability ID after completing this form, or you may send it by email or text message. Please note that it may take up to 72 hours to process your application once we have received and verified your ID.

The following ID types are accepted for the reduced fare program:

  • MTA Senior Photo ID (no longer issued)
  • Government issued photo ID or passport showing age 65 or higher
  • MTA Disability photo ID card
  • 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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