You can get and reload a Ventra Card at Ventra vending machines located in CTA ‘L’ stations, over 1,000 retail locations (like drug stores and currency exchanges), online, or by phone.
Where can I get and reload a Ventra Card in Chicago?
Getting a New Card
- Ventra Vending Machines: These are available at all “L” stations.
- Retailers: Look for Ventra retailers (drug stores, currency exchanges, etc.) around town. You can find locations using the Ventra website.
- Online: You can order a Ventra Card online.
- By Phone: You can also order a card by calling 1-877-NOW-VENTRA.
Reloading a Ventra Card
- Ventra Vending Machines: Add transit value or passes at any Ventra vending machine.
- Retailers: Load value or passes at Ventra retail locations.
- Online: Log into your Ventra account at ventrachicago.com to add funds or passes.
- Ventra App: Use the Ventra app to manage your card and add funds.
- By Phone: Call 1-877-NOW-VENTRA to add value or passes.