The PATH transit system rolled out its new, reloadable TAPP (Total Access PATH Payment) fare card on Thursday as Port Authority moves toward phasing out its antiquated MetroCard and SmartLink systems ...

Pour one out for the ancient MetroCard and its equally old cousin, the PATH SmartLink card. The beginning of the end for these longtime ways to pay fares on the bi-state PATH system came Thursday when ...

NEW YORK (PIX11) — The MetroCard will soon be put to rest forever after 32 years of service in New York City. After December 31, MTA riders will no longer be able to purchase or reload MetroCards. The ...

The free ride is about to be over on New York City’s buses, MTA Chair Janno Lieber declared on Tuesday. Speaking at the New York Law School, the transit chief said next month’s retirement of the ...

As the transition to OMNY tap-and-ride nears, the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) has switched its mobile sale vehicles, originally used for MetroCard assistance, to helping customers learn more ...

NEW YORK (PIX11) — December marks the last month in which MetroCards will be available before OMNY officially takes over on New York City public transit. As the transition to OMNY tap-and-ride nears, ...

MTA boss Janno Lieber didn’t seem to remember how much a monthly MetroCard costs Tuesday as he claimed commuters are “loving the benefit” of the potentially more expensive tap-to-ride system. The ...

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Beginning in 2026, New York City subways will transition away from MetroCards to OMNY cards or payments with physical and digital debit and credit cards. The yellow card that riders swipe to enter the ...

It’s the end of an era in New York City. The beloved flimsy yellow MetroCard, a pass to nearly 500 subway stops across all five boroughs, plus bus lines, will no longer be sold as of January 1, 2026.

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is sending off the iconic MetroCard in style, announcing a citywide celebration featuring food promotions, pop-up events, and commemorative merchandise as the ...