Can you pay by card on York buses?


Can you pay by card on York buses? Simply tap your card on the ticket machine when you board the bus. The ticket machine will read the card and confirm to the driver that you have a valid ticket for your journey. Please make sure your card is loaded with a valid ticket before you board the bus.


Why do you tap off on a bus?

Tap On, Tap Off for return journeys In addition, if you decide to make several journeys in that day your fare will be capped at the daily rate. Using Tap On, Tap off means you only pay for the journeys you have made and gives you more flexibility should your travel needs change.


Can I just use contactless payment on New York buses?

To pay your fare at subway turnstiles, AutoGates, and onboard buses (including Select Bus Service buses), simply tap your own contactless credit or debit card, smart device, or OMNY card on the OMNY reader.


Can you pay cash on First York buses?

We encourage all of our customers to buy tickets using the First Bus App or to pay by contactless card on board. If you are paying with cash, please try to use the exact fare.


What happens if you dont tap your card off the bus?

If you don't tap off, your card will be charged the maximum fare.


Can credit card be used as bus card?

You can't tap on a bus with a credit card, but you can link a credit card to an online account or use it to buy a ticket at a pay station.


What does OMNY stand for?

What does “OMNY” mean? OMNY, which stands for One Metro New York, is based on the concept of unifying fare payments and ticketing across multiple modes of transportation. We believe that transportation is an essential service that connects communities and brings the diversity and energy of New York together.