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New Tracking Technology Being Installed on Buses
Crews are now working on installing the entire Metro fleet with the new software. Live arrival information for all buses will soon be available on the new Bus Tracker. Try it out today!
Half-Price Fare
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Youth, seniors, those with disabilities, and those with low-incomes are eligible for Metro's new half-price fare through Fast Fare.
Half fare accounts and fare capping will work the same as any other rider, just at half the cost per ride.
Half Fare Pricing
Single Ride | $1.00 |
Daily Cap | $2.50 |
Weekly Cap | $7.00 |
Monthly Cap | $28.00 |
It's Easy to Set Up!
First, set up your Fast Fare online account.
Then, pick up your new, reloadable Fast Fare card at the Metro Transit Administration Office, City of Madison Transportation office, and various Metro events to be announced soon.
Staff can assign your card, review eligibility and set up your half-price fare all at once.
What Do I Need to Bring?
Youths
Ages 5 –17, or still in high school
- Valid student ID
- Valid ID card, passport or birth certificate
Seniors
Ages 65 and up
- Show an existing Metro senior eligibility card
- A completed Application Form
- Valid ID card, passport or birth certificate
- Medicare card
Those with Disabilities
- Show an existing Metro reduced fare disability card
- A completed Application Form
- Medicare card (Forward Health cards not accepted)
Those with Low Incomes
Users must re-certify every 6-months
- Fill out a self-certification form that income is at or below 150% of national poverty guideline. Forms can be completed at time of pick-up and no additional paperwork is required.
- Valid Wisconsin QUEST/ EBT/ SNAP/ Food Share card
Questions?
Call (608) 266-4466 or email mymetrobus@cityofmadison.com.