How do I get my NYC MetroCard on my iPhone?


How do I get my NYC MetroCard on my iPhone?

Transfer your physical transit card to your iPhone
  1. On your iPhone, open the Wallet app.
  2. Tap the Add button .
  3. Tap Transit Card.
  4. Choose a card from the list, or search by location or card name.
  5. Tap Continue.
  6. Tap Transfer Existing Card.
  7. Enter your card number and other required information.


How do I add my metro card to Apple wallet?

Transfer your physical transit card to Apple Wallet
  1. On your iPhone, open the Wallet app.
  2. Tap the Add button .
  3. Tap Transit Card.
  4. Choose a card from the list, or search by location or card name.
  5. Tap Continue.
  6. Tap Transfer Existing Card.
  7. Enter your card number and other required information.


Is NYC getting rid of MetroCard machines?

The OMNY rollout started in 2019, and its tap-and-go contactless readers now exist in every subway station and on every bus route in the city. MetroCards, according to the MTA, will be fully phased out by 2024 — as will the vending machines.


Do you save money using OMNY?

OMNY only offers the “pay-per-ride” option so you will pay full price every time you tap to pay. Unlimited passes and other discount prices will be added to the system sometime between late 2022 to 2023.


Can you tap debit card on OMNY?

Simply use your contactless credit or debit card, smart phone, wearable device, or an OMNY card to tap and go. OMNY will eventually combine fare payments and ticketing across subways, buses, paratransit, and commuter rail. And yes, the MetroCard will eventually be phased out.


How much does OMNY card cost?

Purchase and use of this OMNY card constitutes your acceptance of the OMNY Terms of Service and the OMNY Privacy Policy at omny.info/terms-of-service and omny.info/privacy-policy. This OMNY card costs $5 to purchase and must be loaded with a minimum of $1 or a fare product at the time of purchase.


How much is a NYC MetroCard swipe?

Cost per swipe: $2.90. You can combine time and value on the same MetroCard. Time will always be used first. Value will become available the time on your card runs out. PATH, AirTrain, and Express buses will always deduct from the value on your card.


Is OMNY the same as MetroCard?

OMNY can currently be used to pay fares at all New York City Subway and Staten Island Railway stations, on all MTA buses, and on the Roosevelt Island Tram; when completely rolled out, it will also replace the MetroCard on Bee-Line buses, NICE buses, and AirTrain JFK.


Do you need an OMNY account to use OMNY?

Do I need to create an OMNY account to use OMNY? Creating an OMNY account is not required. However, there are many benefits available to you by registering for an OMNY account. For example, you can access a secure, personalized dashboard, where you can view up to 12 months of your trips and charges.


Is NYC MetroCard worth it?

While a single ride costs $2.90, the Unlimited card saves you money because the more you use it, the cheaper each ride is. If your stay is 30 days or longer, consider a 30-day unlimited card for $127 ($63.50 reduced fare). Important rules that apply to Unlimited MetroCards: It can only be used by 1 person.


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.


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