How much does it cost to ride the streetcar in New Orleans?

Exploring New Orleans Public Library Locations by Rail and Water. Getting Started: Streetcar fare is $1.25 for each ride using exact change. 1-day, 3-day, and 7-day Jazzy Passes are also available in advance online or from the RTA Le Pass app. A ferry ride is $2.00 each way or you can use the Jazzy Pass.



Excellent question! Riding the iconic streetcars in New Orleans is a must-do experience, and the fare system is straightforward.

Here’s the breakdown of costs as of 2024:

Standard Fare

  • One-Way Ride: $1.25 per person.
  • Exact Change Required: You must pay with exact cash (coins or bills) when boarding. The fareboxes do not provide change.
  • Jazzy Pass: You can avoid the exact change hassle by purchasing a Jazzy Pass. These are reloadable cards available for 1-day, 3-day, 5-day, and 31-day periods. They are valid on all streetcars and buses.

Convenient Payment App

The easiest way to pay is via the RTA’s official “Le Pass” app. You can purchase and activate fares directly on your phone and simply show the activated screen to the operator when you board. A single ride on the app is also $1.25. The app also offers 1-Day Jazzy Passes for $3 (unlimited rides for 24 hours from first use), which is a fantastic deal if you plan to take 3 or more rides in a day.

Important Details & Tips

  • Lines: The fare is the same for all three historic lines: St. Charles, Canal Street (Cemeteries and City Park branches), and Rampart-St. Claude (Loyola/UPT).
  • Transfers: If you pay with cash, you can request a paper transfer for an additional $0.25

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