Why is it called an ORCA card?


Why is it called an ORCA card? ORCA stands for One Regional Card for All. It's a stored-value card that can be used on nine different transit agencies in the Puget Sound area, including King County Metro, Sound Transit, Community Transit, Pierce County, and Kitsap Transit.


What does ORCA stand for in ORCA card?

The ORCA card (standing for One Regional Card for All) is a contactless, stored-value smart card system for public transit in the Puget Sound region of Washington, United States.


Can my husband use my ORCA card?

An RRFP ORCA Cards is not transferable.


Are Seattle buses still free?

Sound Transit requires fares on all buses and trains, except for youth 18 and under. Use your ORCA card or the Transit GO Ticket app for touch-free payment.


Can two people use the same ORCA card?

Because the system stores value in your account rather than on the card itself, a single card cannot be used to pay for multiple riders.


Can I use my ORCA card off my phone?

The myORCA app works together with the ORCA card so you can manage your card from anywhere 24/7, add funds and passes in real-time and optimize your payment experience.