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Fares

Have your pass or exact cash fare ready when boarding. Drivers are not able to make change. If your ride requires a transfer, please ask the driver for a free transfer pass upon boarding.

Routes 80 – 84 on the University of Wisconsin campus are free to students, employees, affiliates and visitors to the University.

Fares listed below valid on fixed-route buses only.


Cash
Adult $2.00
Youth $1.25
Senior / Disabled Fare* $1.00
Child (under 5, with chaperone) Free
2-4-6 Weekend/Holidays (buy from driver) $6.00
1-Day Pass (buy from driver) $5.00
Passes
31-Day $65.00
31-Day - Senior / Disabled* $32.50
31-Day - Low Income (restrictions apply)* $28.00
Summer Youth* $35.00
10-Ride Cards
Adult $17.25
Youth* $11.25
Senior / Disabled* $10.00

*If requested, proof-of-eligibility must be provided for reduced fares. Medicare card holders are eligible for reduced fares.

  • Senior / Disabled Fare Eligibility
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Purchase Pre-Paid Fares

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Fares

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Justin Stuehrenberg, General Manager

Customer Service

  • Monday – Friday: 6:15 am – 6:00 pm
  • Weekend & Holiday: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
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