[Spanish] Level up this summer with Youth Ride Free! 🎮 Getting around central Contra Costa County just got a whole lot easier (again). County Connection’s Youth Ride Free program is back for summer 2026—giving youth 18 and under the freedom to ride any County Connection bus fare-free from June 1 through July 31.
No application. No ID. No passes. Get on and go!
Join our Youth Ride Free Leaderboard
We’re gamifying Youth Ride Free and asking participants (13-18) to log their trips on County Connection. When passengers participate, their trip count and miles traveled will post on the main leaderboard.
Passengers may win badges and maybe even a weekly or monthly prize. We will offer up to five (5) prizes each week as well as a grand prize drawing for those who have logged the most rides. See more about the prizes here.
Looking for things to do? We’ve looked through all the community calendars (so many!) and zeroed in on activities going on around Central Contra Costa County–all accessible by bus! Check them out here!
Simple, Easy, and Made for You(th)
Youth Ride Free is designed to be as easy as possible. Whether you’re heading to a job, meeting up with friends, or exploring your community, hopping on the bus is all it takes. No paperwork, no lines, no hassle—just ride.
Why Youth Ride Free?
This program is about more than free fares—it’s about opening doors and creating opportunities for young people across our community.
- Enhance Mobility – Give youth the freedom to travel independently and confidently.
- Access Opportunities – Connect to jobs, libraries, parks, shopping centers, and more.
- Build Connections – Encourage social interaction while helping youth develop transit skills and confidence.
- Improve Service – Better understand how young riders travel to help shape the future of transit in Contra Costa County.
Remove Barriers, Roll Out the Welcome Mat
We’re rethinking what it means to access transit. By eliminating fares, applications, and ID requirements, Youth Ride Free creates a truly open invitation for young riders. No fees. No forms. No catch. Just freedom to move.
Get on and go—we’ll see you on board this summer.
Questions or feedback about Youth Ride Free? You may also reach out to marketing@cccta.org and let us know what’s on your mind!
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