How do I pay with my iPhone on the bus?


How do I pay with my iPhone on the bus? Pay for transit at a fare gate Make sure your device is turned on (it doesn't need to be connected to the internet). As you approach a fare gate or board a bus, do one of the following: On an iPhone with Face ID: Double-click the side button, then glance at iPhone to authenticate with Face ID, or enter your passcode.


How do I use Apple Pay for public transport?

Pay for transit using iPhone
  1. Open the Wallet app on your iPhone.
  2. Tap. , then tap Transit Card.
  3. Choose a transit card in the list, or search by location or card name.


Is OMNY cheaper than MetroCard?

In fact, 88% of the time, OMNY is cheaper than a 30-day MetroCard if I average 10 rides a week. Let's see if we can generalize this to other weekly averages: As you can see, up until I average 11 rides a week, OMNY is usually better. More often than not, I'll save money if I stick with it and skip the Unlimited card.


Can I pay with just my phone?

Google Pay is accepted at more places than you think. Millions, in fact. It works in select supermarkets, pharmacies, restaurants, clothing stores, gas stations, beauty shops, and other retailers that accept mobile payments. See a list of major stores that accept Google Pay.


Can I use my phone to tap bus?

Use your phone for contactless fare payment. Buy fare for 26 TAP transit systems. Manage your TAP account including Reduced Fare cards and LIFE discounts.


Do all MTA buses take OMNY?

OMNY is available on all MTA-operated local, limited, and Select Bus Service routes in New York City, as well as express buses.


Can I pay for NYC bus with phone?

OMNY lets you pay your MTA bus fare with your phone, credit or debit card, or other wearable device. The OMNY reader can be found immediately after entering the bus.


Can you use Apple pay on MTA bus?

with Pay. Apple Pay is accepted on trains and buses throughout NYC. With your credit or debit card in Wallet, you can easily get where you need to go with just your iPhone or Apple Watch.