Does using a Ventra Card Save money?
Ventra’s pre-tax transit benefit program can save employees money on their commute, along with other attractive benefits! Set it and forget it with autoload for transit value or a CTA/Pace 30-Day Pass – never think about your balance again. Sit back and enjoy the ride – remove the stress of driving and finding parking.
How much does it cost to have a CTA?
Fare chart
| REGULAR FARES (as deducted from a Ventra Transit Account or paid via Pay-as-you-go† direct contactless payment) | Full | Reduced |
|---|---|---|
| ‘L’ train fare | $2.50 * | $1.25 |
| Bus fare | 2.25 | 1.10 |
| Transfer‡ Up to 2 additional rides within 2 hrs | Free | Free |
Can I use my Ventra card as a debit card?
Regular Ventra Cards offer a prepaid debit option which, if activated, allows you to load money into a prepaid debit account and use your Ventra Card to make regular retail purchases anywhere MasterCard is accepted.
Does Ventra card work on Metra?
Yes. If you’ve created a Ventra account you can log in and use transit value from that card’s account to buy a Metra mobile ticket.
What is Ventra card good for?
Ventra Card: a transit + optional Debit MasterCard® that can be used for transit and everyday purchases. Ventra Tickets: single-ride and One-day passes. Personal, contactless, bank-issued credit and debit cards can be used for transit. Eventually, compatible smartphones.
Can you pay for Metra with Ventra card?
How do I get a Ventra Card in Chicago?
By visiting the Ventra Customer Service Center at 567 W. Lake St. in Chicago. New cards cost $5, but the purchase fee is waived when you order online and is refunded as transit value if you buy one in person and register within 90 days.
How much does it cost to provision a Ventra Card?
For Ventra Cards on Google Pay, iPhone or Apple Watch, the minimum value to provision a new card is $5, and there is no minimum charge to transfer an existing, plastic card to Google Pay or Apple Pay. The fee is waived if you order online or by phone (though a minimum value load or pass purchase is required) since you’re automatically registered.
Do I need a special fare program Ventra Card?
A Ventra Card is required for special fare programs that provide the cardholder free or reduced fare riding privileges (“Special Fare Program”). See the Ventra Participating Transit Agencies’ websites or www.rtachicago.com for information regarding qualifying for a Special Fare Program.
How do I pay a fare on CTA or pace using Ventra?
To pay a fare on CTA or Pace using Ventra, you must use a Ventra Transit Account loaded with Transit Value, Transit Benefit Value, or a pass; a contactless credit or debit card or mobile wallet; or use a Ventra Ticket. To pay a fare on Metra using Ventra, you must use the Ventra Mobile Application.