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Ride the Rapid Route A!
Madison's first ever bus rapid transit line is now running. Board Routes A, B and F at new BRT stations. Make sure to have your Fast Fare ready to scan upon boarding. See you on the bus!
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Metro is experiencing issues with fleet availability.
Some trips may be late or cancelled. Riders of potentially impacted trips are encouraged to take alternate trips at this time.
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Set up your Fast Fare account!
Metro's new Fast Fare system is now live! To begin, set up your online account here.
Half-Price Fare
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, various community events, or through the mail.
When you pick up your card in person, staff can give you a card, verify your eligibility, and set up your half-price fare all at once.
Email mymetrobus@cityofmadison.com to receive a card through the mail. Please allow 6 - 8 days for delivery.
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.