Are you under 19 and do you ride public transit? Tell us your opinions in this survey and you could win $50!*
*terms and conditions apply 

Get PRONTO

• Download the free PRONTO app and create an account. Go to the “Manage” tab to find your card account number. Then, fill out this online form or call PRONTO Support at 619-595-5636 to convert your account from Adult to Youth.
• If you don’t have a smartphone, your school* can provide you with a free, pre-activated PRONTO Youth card. If you need a pass ASAP, buy an Adult physical PRONTO card for $2 at any retail location they are sold and convert it to a Youth Pass using the form or phone number above.
• Please note: Children five and under ride MTS and NCTD free at all times, and do not need a PRONTO card or app account.

*Do you work for a school or community organization? You can request a bulk order of PRONTO Youth Passes.

Get Ready

• Use the 'Next Departure' and 'Trip Planner' tools in the PRONTO app to plan your trip and learn when buses near you are coming. We also recommend Google Maps or the OneBusAway app to help plan your trip on your smartphone to plan your trip
• You can also visit MTS and NCTD to build your route and find the closest transit station

Get Riding

• Plan to arrive at the transit station/stop a few minutes before the listed time on the schedule
• Remember to scan your app or tap your card every time you ride, including transfers
• Don’t forget to ride with proof of your age. This can be a current year school picture ID; a government photo ID with your birthday (i.e., driver’s license or real ID), or birth certificate

SANDAG has teamed up with MTS, NCTD, and the County of San Diego to connect young people to more opportunities through these free transit passes. The Youth Opportunity Pass is funded by SANDAG as part of its Transit Equity Pilot, a program to make transit more accessible for everyone.

If you have any questions about this program, please email us at YouthOpportunityPass@sandag.org.