LA GoPass Hits 500K Students, 60M Free Rides
LA Metro's free GoPass program reaches 500,000 enrolled students across 130 districts
LA Metro GoPass Tops 500,000 Student Riders
Students across Greater Los Angeles now have more ways to get to school, work and activities as LA Metro's GoPass program surpassed 500,000 enrolled students. The free transit pass program recorded nearly 60 million boardings since launch, transit officials said. More than 130 school districts participate in the initiative, which provides year-round free rides on Metro and 18 other regional transit systems. Officials haven't specified which school year the enrollment milestone was reached.
Program Improves Attendance, Cuts Family Costs
The GoPass initiative has helped improve school attendance rates by giving students reliable transportation options, according to Metro. Families throughout the region are seeing financial relief as the program eliminates year-round transportation costs for students. The comprehensive coverage extends across 18 transit systems beyond Metro, ensuring students can travel regardless of where they live or attend school. Officials didn't release specific attendance improvement data or cost savings figures for families.
Nearly 60 Million Trips Recorded Since Launch
The program has generated nearly 60 million student boardings across participating transit systems, Metro reported. All 130-plus participating school districts provide students with access to the free passes, which work on Metro buses, rail lines and partner agency services. The passes remain valid year-round, including summer months and school breaks. Officials didn't specify when the program originally launched or provide a breakdown of ridership by transit system.
Expansion Details and Timeline Unclear
Metro announced the milestone on May 20, though officials didn't say whether additional school districts will join the program. The initiative currently serves students across the Greater Los Angeles region through partnerships with 18 transit agencies beyond Metro's own services. Whether the program will expand to additional transit systems or school districts wasn't addressed in available information. Officials said the program continues to empower education, work and leisure opportunities for young people.
Students Can Access Regional Transit Network
Students with GoPass can ride Metro buses and trains plus services from 18 other regional transit agencies at no cost throughout the year. The multi-agency approach ensures students aren't limited by transit system boundaries when traveling to school, jobs or activities. Officials said the program's reach across multiple transit systems makes it easier for students to access opportunities regardless of location. Moovit provides real-time arrival information and trip planning for Metro and partner transit systems serving GoPass students across the Los Angeles region.
