Transit Connect is being developed to support a seamless, integrated fare experience across multiple Northern California transit providers by fall 2026, further expanding rider convenience and regional mobility. Photo courtesy of SacRT

SACRAMENTO, CA (MPG) – The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) is reminding riders that its new mobile ticketing app, Transit Connect, is now available and will fully replace the ZipPass app effective Monday, June 15. Transit Connect offers riders a smarter, simpler, and more secure way to purchase, store and activate fare products for SacRT. 

To support riders who still have active ZipPass tickets, SacRT is extending the ZipPass retirement date. Riders may continue using ZipPass to redeem any remaining active passes through Monday, June 15. After June 15, ZipPass will be fully retired and no longer available. Riders are encouraged to download Transit Connect now to ensure a smooth transition. 

“Transit Connect represents the next generation of fare payment technology for our region,” said SacRT General Manager/CEO Henry Li. “By extending the ZipPass end date, we are giving riders ample time to use their existing passes while making the transition to a modern, convenient and integrated system. This upgrade will significantly improve the customer experience and streamline travel across multiple transit providers.” 

Regional Transit Connect Partners 

Transit Connect is being developed to support a seamless, integrated fare experience across multiple Northern California transit providers by fall 2026, further expanding rider convenience and regional mobility. Those transit providers include El Dorado Transit, Placer County Transit, Roseville Transit, Sacramento Regional Transit, South County Transit (SCT Link), Unitrans, Yolobus and Yuba-Sutter Transit. 

More Enhancements Coming This Fall 

Phase 2 of Transit Connect launches this fall and will introduce additional rider-focused features, including contactless Tap2Ride validation, fare capping so riders never pay more than the daily maximum, the ability to load cash at SacRT fare vending machines and participating retailers, and the transition of Connect Card users into Transit Connect later this fall.

Discount Fare Riders: Quick and Easy Setup 

Transit Connect allows seniors, students, veterans and riders with disabilities to activate discount fare eligibility directly within the app. Riders simply select their discount category to unlock reduced pricing on single-ride, daily and monthly passes. 

Riders can learn more and download Transit Connect at sacrt.com/TransitConnect.