Frequently Asked Questions — Fares
On this page, you can get answers to common questions about fares and discount programs, all in one place.
Fares & Passes
Starting January 5, 2026, RideMETRO Cards will be available online, as well as at METRO RideStores, our new Mini-RideStores, Ticket Vending Machines (TVMs), and participating retailers (ex: grocery/convenience stores) throughout the region for a $2.00 fee.
3-hour and day pass tickets can be purchased from Ticket Vending Machines (TVMs) located on METRORail platforms.
No. Back-of-the-bus reloaders will no longer be available on METRO buses. The good news is that you can add money to your RideMETRO Card online, as well as at METRO RideStores, Ticket Vending Machines (TVMs), through the RideMETRO app, or at participating retailers (ex: grocery/convenience stores).
Yes. Cash will be accepted at all Ticket Vending Machines (TVMs), participating retailers, METRO RideStores, and for one-way travel on METRO bus service (exact fare only). However, riders using cash will not receive the FREE three-hour transfer or the one FREE ride for every 10 paid taps benefit.
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