ENCalifornia State Workers and SacRT
California state employees have access to free transit through SacRT! Other state employee unions are eligible for transit subsidies to cover most of your commute costs.
Free Transit Passes Available for California State Employees
SacRT is thrilled to announce that all California state employees now have access to FREE transit services through SacRT. This includes all bus routes and light rail. This initiative aims to make commuting easier, more affordable and environmentally friendly.
Whether you rely on public transit for your daily commute, occasional travel, or any other transportation needs, we encourage you to take advantage of this subsidy. It’s not just about saving money; it’s about contributing to a greener environment and building a stronger, more connected community.
California state employees are eligible for transit subsidies through the CalHR Mass Transit and Vanpool Commute Program. For more information about how this program works, visit the CalHR Mass Transit FAQs page or talk to your HR department.
SacRT offers a variety of fare options to meet your travel needs.
Important Notice for ZipPass Users
- Last day to use passes/tickets: June 30, 2026
Notice for Connect Card Users
How to access your free transit pass:
For Departments with Transportation Coordinators:
- If your department has a Transportation Coordinator, please reach out to them directly to get signed up for your free transit pass. They will assist you in the process and ensure you can start enjoying the benefits of free public transit.
For others:
- If your department does not have a Transportation Coordinator, don’t worry! Simply purchase your transit pass through SacRT, either using the Connect Card or the convenient Transit Connect mobile app. After purchasing, you can easily get a full reimbursement by your department, making your commute absolutely free!
Connect Transit Card
Connect Transit Card is the region's electronic transit fare payment system. You can now purchase your transit fare online, never have to carry exact change again AND use the card on more than one agency!
Transit Connect App
Our mobile fare app Transit Connect allows you to pre-purchase, store and activate SacRT tickets and passes instantly on your smartphone for both bus or light rail. Download the app from the App Store or Google Play.
How Transit Makes a Difference!
Watch this quick video to hear how one state employee uses transit to make his daily commute easier and less stressful.
Why Give Transit a Try?
- Free for SEIU members and very affordable for other union employees
- Better for the environment — reduce your carbon footprint
- Less traffic, less stress — help ease roadway congestion
- More “you” time — read, listen to music, catch up on podcasts, or just relax while someone else does the driving
How to Ride
New to transit? Check out our How to Ride resources
Need help planning your trip on SacRT? Call SacRT Customer Service at 916-321-BUSS (2877) or use our online trip planning tools.
Riding Light Rail to Downtown
From Folsom/Rancho Cordova/Rosemont - Gold Line Trains
- Exit at the Archives Plaza (11th & O), 8th & Capitol, or 8th & K Station.*
- Board at the 7th & Capitol, 8th & O**, or Archives Plaza (11th & O) Station.
If you are returning to Folsom stations (Hazel, Iron Point, Glenn/Robert G Holderness or Historic Folsom, please make sure your train says “Historic Folsom” on the headsign. One train per hour will say “Sunrise” on the headsign and will stop there before turning around and heading back to downtown.
From Citrus Heights/Roseville - Blue Line
- Exit at 10th & K, 7th & Capitol or 8th & O**, or Archives Plaza (11th & O) Station.*
- Board at 9th & K, 8th & Capitol, or Archives Plaza (11th & O) Station.
On your trip home, please make sure your train says “Watt/I-80” on the headsign.
From South Sacramento/Elk Grove - Blue Line
- Exit at 9th & K, 8th & Capitol, or Archives Plaza (11th & O) Station. *
- Board at 7th & Capitol, 8th & O**, or Archives Plaza (11th & O) Station.
On your trip home, please make sure your train says “Cosumnes River College” on the headsign.
*Light rail trains run on one-way streets downtown, so your return trip will start at a different stop than where you got off.
**Please note that the 8th & O inbound station (west towards Sac Valley Station or Watt/I-80) is closed until the end of 2026 due to construction
Please note, the Green Line is currently closed through summer 2026 due to constructino of the 7th & Railyards Station.
Getting to Your Office
To make commuting easier, SacRT has created informational flyers with information on bus and light rail routes that help you get to work.
