How many times can you use an unlimited MetroCard in a day?
Unlimited Ride fares cannot be used more than once every 18 minutes. This is designed to prevent fraudulent use of the card by multiple people. Subway station agents cannot override the 18-minute rule—you must wait for the time to expire.
Is MTA unlimited worth it?
The 30-day unlimited card is worth the price if you take the subway or local bus more than 46 times per month. If you plan on taking fewer rides than that, you’re better off with a pay-per-ride card. That, of course, makes the monthly card a better bet for people taking the subway most days of the month.
Can you refill a 7 day unlimited MetroCard?
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. PATH, AirTrain, and Express buses will always deduct from the value on your card.
Can you share unlimited MetroCard?
Unlimited Ride MetroCards: – These passes are only good for one person, they cannot be shared.
Is OMNY cheaper?
The OMNY card, which is plastic like a credit card, can be reloaded via an online account, or in-store with cash. The catch: It costs $5. While Metrocards cost $1 apiece, this shiny new transit ticket is five times more expensive, just for the privilege of tapping rather than swiping.
Can I refill my unlimited MetroCard?
The Unlimited Ride MetroCard can only hold one refill at a time—and your refill is activated on the first swipe only after your current Unlimited Ride period ends. Once you’ve activated it again, you can refill it again, even if you haven’t used the card for a long while.
How do I get a weekly MetroCard?
Buying or refilling a MetroCard
- At a MetroCard machine in a subway station. These machines are in most subway stations.
- At a station booth. Note: Most station booths are not making transactions because of the coronavirus pandemic.
- Through your employer.
- At mobile sales buses and vans.
- At a local retailer.
How do I get unlimited MetroCard?
You can buy MetroCards by using a MetroCard ticket machine, which are in most subway stations. MetroCards are also available at selected local merchants, at our mobile service vehicles, and through employers with pre-tax transit benefits programs.
How do I get around cheap in NYC?
- MTA—Subways and Buses. If you can’t walk to your destination, mass transit is the next-best way to get around.
- Subways. The easiest and quickest way to travel around NYC is by the subway.
- Buses.
- The Roosevelt Island Tram.
- Taxis.
- Car.
- Other.
- NYC by Bike.
Can you swipe an unlimited MetroCard twice?
Unlimited Ride MetroCard Cannot be used again at the same subway station or the same bus route for at least 18 minutes. Cannot be used by or transferred to another person until the completion of a trip for which entry was obtained.
How much does an unlimited ride Metro Card cost?
An unlimited ride MetroCard can save you money. These give you unlimited swipes for a certain length of time. MetroCards cost $1. All cards except for the Single Ride card are refillable.
Where can I Use my MTA annual transit card?
The Annual Transit Card (ATC) can be used for unlimited rides on MTA NYCT subway and local bus, MTA Staten Island Railway, NICE Bus, or the Westchester Bee-Line local bus. The card will be delivered annually at your home address and will remain active for 12 months from the date of issue.
How long does a premium Metro Card last?
The Premium TransitChek MetroCard (Premium Card) is an annual unlimited ride MetroCard. When you enroll in the Premium Card program, you will receive a MetroCard that can be used for a continuous twelve-month period for unlimited rides on MTA subway and local buses.
How much does a NYCT Metro Card cost?
Monthly: $127.00 (same as the cost of the MTA NYCT 30-Day Unlimited Ride MetroCard). Bi-weekly and semi-monthly: $63.50. Weekly: $31.75. Replacement of an Annual Transit Card must be ordered in advance. You can have it mailed to you or pick it up at Edenred Commuter Benefit Solutions Walk-In Center.