Central Park Pedicab Tours & NYC Pedicab Tours — Guided by Licensed Local Experts

The NYC Subway and Bus Information on this page gives travelers everything they need to know about riding public transit in New York City — including fares, how to pay with OMNY or MetroCards, free transfers, and the weekly fare cap.

• Subway or local bus: $2.90 per ride
• Express bus: $7.00 per ride
• Children: Kids under 44 inches ride free with a paying adult (up to 3 per adult)

• OMNY Tap-to-Pay: You can tap a contactless credit or debit card, smartphone, or smartwatch at the turnstile or bus reader. No sign-up is required — free transfers and the weekly fare cap apply automatically. However, you may choose to create an OMNY account if you want to track your ride history or manage payment methods online.

• MetroCards (being phased out): For years, MetroCards were the standard way to pay. They are still available at vending machines and station booths, but they will stop being sold in December 2025 and be fully retired by 2026.

  • Buses & Subways: Buses and subways no longer accept cash directly.

  • MetroCard machines & booths: Instead, you can still use cash to buy or refill a MetroCard until they are phased out.

• Transfers are free within 2 hours when using the same card or device.
• Works for subway ↔ bus, bus ↔ subway, and bus ↔ bus.
• Express buses are separate: $7.00 per ride with no free transfers.

• With OMNY, after 12 paid rides in 7 days, additional rides that week are free.
• No need to pre-purchase a pass — the system tracks it automatically.
• Applies to one rider per card/device — tapping for others does not count toward your cap.

• MTA Subway & Bus Information
• MTA Subway & Bus Maps
• OMNY Payment System

• On wide avenues, there are often station entrances on both sides of the street — and each side usually serves trains going in opposite directions. Double-check before you tap in.
• If you’re unsure which train to take, ask the station agent in the booth (if available).
• If you’re standing in the middle of the train platform, look for the conductor — they lean out of the middle car to open the doors. That’s the perfect time to ask a quick question if you’re unsure.

This information is provided for general travel planning. Fares, schedules, and policies for the MTA, OMNY, and MetroCards are subject to change without notice. We are not affiliated with the MTA and are not responsible for service changes or fare updates. Always check MTA.info or the OMNY website for the latest details.

You’ll find meeting location, payment options, and policies in our Tour Information menu above. Still wondering about something? Send us a message — we’re happy to help!