If you don’t have a discounted METRO Q® Fare Card, you can obtain one through the METRO Online RideStore and your card will be sent via U.S. mail.
31, 2022, K-12 and college students with a discounted METRO Q® Fare Card ride free on the following services:
- Local bus.
- Park & Ride bus.
- METRORail.
- METRORapid.
- METRO curb2curb.
Is the metro rail in Houston free?
Pay your fare.
Local bus and light-rail fares are just $1.25 each way. We also have discounted fares for students, seniors and veterans.
How much does it cost to ride the METRO in Houston?
just $1.25
Rail tickets can be purchased using cash or a credit or debit card at any METRO Ticket Vending Machine (TVM). A one-way ticket costs just $1.25. METRO fare card users may also buy tickets for other riders, by using the value on their card.
Does Houston METRO have an app?
Learning how to ride bus & rail
If you’re new to METRO or only ride occasionally, the RideMETRO app helps you navigate the METRO system with information about: Services we offer. Fares.
Is Houston Metro free for students?
The fare-free student plan is part of Metro’s Fareless System Initiative, with Phase 1 offering free rides to K-12 and community college students in schools or districts partnering with Metro.
How do you ride the METRO train in Houston?
How to Ride Metro Rail
- Get to your station.
- Pay with TAP.
- Board the Train.
- Enjoy the Ride.
- Exit the Train.
How much is a 30 day Metro pass?
Cost: $33 (7-day) or $127 (30-day). You have unlimited swipes on the subway and local buses for either 7 or 30 days. Your MetroCard can only hold one Unlimited Ride refill at a time.
How much is Park and Ride Houston?
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| Route Type | Fares | Discounted Fares Students, Seniors, Medicare Cardholders and Disabled |
|---|---|---|
| Local Bus / METRORail / METRORapid | $1.25 per ride | $0.60 per ride |
| Park & Ride Zone 1 | $2.00 per ride | $1.00 per ride |
| Park & Ride Zone 2 | $3.25 per ride | $1.60 per ride |
| Park & Ride Zone 3 | $3.75 per ride | $1.85 per ride |
What time does Metro stop running in Houston?
METRORail hours of operation are 4:30 a.m. to midnight Monday through Thursday, 4:30 a.m. to 2:20 a.m. Friday, 5:30 a.m. to 2:20 a.m. Saturday, and 5:30 a.m. to 11:40 a.m. Sunday.
Can you use Apple pay on Houston Metro?
You can purchase mobile tickets with any of these funding options: Credit card. PayPal. Apple Pay (on iOS)
Can I use my UT ID to ride the bus?
UT faculty, staff, and students may ride MetroRapid free by swiping a valid UT photo ID upon entering the bus.
Is Metro Rail free for UT students?
UT students, faculty and staff ride all CapMetro services for free when they swipe their valid IDs. The shuttle system is open to the general public, but non-students pay a Local fare.
How old do you have to be to use Metro Micro?
What is Metro Micro’s policy for car seats? In compliance with California law, all passengers under age 8 must ride in an appropriate Child Restraint System (CRS), such as a safety seat or booster; and all passengers under age 2 must ride in an appropriate rear-facing safety seat.
How do I use a TAP card on my phone?
It’s easy to use, just hold your phone near the TAP reader for quick fare validation –in seconds. There is no need to use Face ID, Touch ID or wake the device. Riders can also download the TAP app to purchase reduced fare and low income passes as well as Stored Value options and Metro Bike Share.
Is LA Metro still free?
In March 2020, Los Angeles’ public-transit agency, Metro, stopped collecting fares on its buses as a COVID-19 safety precaution. For the next 22 months, Metro waived fares for anyone who wanted to keep riding its buses, anywhere they wanted to go (as long as they wore a mask, of course). And people did keep riding.
Does Houston METRORail go to the airport?
Take METRO to go to the airport, and leave your worries about traffic and parking at home. METRO has two direct buses that will take you to either Houston Hobby or George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
What is Blue Nol card?
nol Blue Card
nol Personal Card is a personalized smart card with an e-purse that can be loaded with up to AED 5000. Enjoy the ease of getting this card immediately from any ticket office for only AED 70 (includes AED 20 e-purse value).
What is Red Nol card?
The Red Nol card is ideal for visitors and tourists visiting the city and staying for more than 3 days. The card is valid for metro, buses and trams. Other modes of RTA transport such as ferries, abras and taxis cannot be paid for with the Red card.
How can I get Nol card?
There are many convenient ways to get your nol card. You can purchase your card at ticket offices, ticket vending machines, RTA customer happiness centers, authorized sales agents, or online.
How long can you park at the park and ride?
At most lots, signs indicate the maximum allowable parking time (usually 48 hours). Maximum parking periods are enforced by law, and violators may be towed.
Where do you park for METRORail in Houston?
Parking.com has convenient parking near the METRORail Red Line, METRORail Purple Line, and METRORail Green Line. Simply park your vehicle and ride the METRORail to your destination. Customers can recharge their METRO Q Fare Cards and purchase METRO Day Passes at Allen Center, 1600 Smith, and Greenway Plaza.