Can I use my debit card on the bus in Seattle?


Can I use my debit card on the bus in Seattle? The easiest way to pay for your ride is with an ORCA card, which you can purchase at a ticket machine. You can also buy one-way, return or all day rail tickets. Ticket machines accept cash and credit/debit cards such as Visa or MasterCard. Or buy a ticket on your phone with the Transit GO ticket app.


Can I use my SmarTrip card for more than one person?

Can more than one person use a SmarTrip® card for the same ride? No, you cannot share a SmarTrip® card; each rider must have his or her own card.


How do I pay my metro bus in Washington?

SmarTrip® cards are used to pay fares on both Metrorail and Metrobus. Metrorail fares are variable depending on time-of-day and distance traveled. Regular (non-express) bus fares are the same throughout the system. Metrobus also accepts bills and coins.


Are Seattle park and rides free?

You may park at Metro park-and-rides for no charge—first come, first served. Park-and-rides that offered parking permits prior to the program suspension currently do not need permits to park. Select Sound Transit parking facilities offer parking permits. For more information, visit Sound Transit's website.


Do I need an ORCA card to ride the bus in Seattle?

The easiest way to pay for your ride is with an ORCA card, which you can purchase at a ticket machine. Ticket machines accept cash and credit/debit cards such as Visa or MasterCard. Or buy a ticket on your phone with the Transit GO Ticket app. Buses also accept exact cash fares.


How much is the bus 70 in Seattle?

70 line bus fare King County Metro 70 (Downtown Seattle Fairview) ride fare is about $2.75. Prices may change based on several factors. For more information about King County Metro's ticket costs, please check the Moovit app or Metro Transit's official website.


Can I ride the bus for free in Washington?

As of September 1, 2022, people age 18 and younger can take transit for free thanks to Move Ahead Washington, a statewide transportation funding package. We are excited to bring the freedom of transit to a new generation!


Can I pay cash on a Seattle city bus?

Multiple ways to pay Ticket machines accept cash and credit/debit cards such as Visa or MasterCard. Or buy a ticket on your phone with the Transit GO ticket app. ST Express buses also accept exact cash fares.


How to get a free ORCA card in Seattle?

Seattle Housing Authority residents may request a free ORCA card by emailing [email protected] or calling (206) 615-3551.


Is it easy to get around on public transportation in Seattle?

Since the majority of King County Metro buses have stops in downtown Seattle, it's easy to transfer between routes. Using the bus gives you a way to get around the city like a local. Plus, since all buses are accessible, they're also good options for people with mobility concerns. Planning a trip by bus is easy.


Can I travel without cash?

While credit cards are easy to carry and more secure than cash, you should always have some local cash on you when traveling. It's just good sense. Besides the fact that some local shops and vendors won't accept credit cards, having some cash provides a safety net in case your bank shuts off your card for any reason.


How do I pay for Metrobus Washington?

SmarTrip® cards are used to pay fares on both Metrorail and Metrobus. Metrorail fares are variable depending on time-of-day and distance traveled. Regular (non-express) bus fares are the same throughout the system. Metrobus also accepts bills and coins.