How to purchase unlimited MetroCard nyc?

You can buy MetroCards by using a MetroCard ticket machine, which are in most subway stations. MetroCards are also available at selected local merchants, at our mobile service vehicles, and through employers with pre-tax transit benefits programs.



To purchase an Unlimited Ride MetroCard in New York City, you can use the large MetroCard Vending Machines (MVMs) located in nearly every subway station. These machines accept credit cards, debit cards, and cash. You simply select "MetroCard," then "Get New Card" (which carries a $1 fee), and then choose the "Unlimited Ride" option. You can select either a 7-Day Unlimited ($34) or a 30-Day Unlimited ($132). However, in 2026, the MTA is aggressively transitioning away from the physical MetroCard in favor of the OMNY system. With OMNY, you don't actually need to "buy" an unlimited pass; you simply tap your contactless credit/debit card or smartphone at the turnstile. OMNY features "Fare Capping," where once you reach 12 taps in a 7-day period (Monday–Sunday), all subsequent rides for the rest of that week are free. This provides the same financial benefit as a 7-day unlimited pass without the need to buy a physical card or pre-load funds. The physical MetroCard is scheduled for full retirement by the end of 2026, so travelers are encouraged to use OMNY for the most seamless experience.

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While a single ride costs $2.90, the Unlimited card saves you money because the more you use it, the cheaper each ride is. If your stay is 30 days or longer, consider a 30-day unlimited card for $127 ($63.50 reduced fare). Important rules that apply to Unlimited MetroCards: It can only be used by 1 person.

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Where to buy a MetroCard. You can buy MetroCards by using a MetroCard ticket machine, which are in most subway stations.

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A weekly unlimited MetroCard will be replaced by OMNY ride bundles, which allow riders who accumulate 12 rides over a seven-day period to ride for free. This service will be offered to all users regardless of which OMNY payment service they use.

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In fact, 88% of the time, OMNY is cheaper than a 30-day MetroCard if I average 10 rides a week. Let's see if we can generalize this to other weekly averages: As you can see, up until I average 11 rides a week, OMNY is usually better. More often than not, I'll save money if I stick with it and skip the Unlimited card.

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Unlimited Ride MetroCard Cannot be used again at the same subway station or the same bus route for at least 18 minutes. Cannot be used by or transferred to another person until the completion of a trip for which entry was obtained.

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Changes to New York City Transit fares The base fare for subway, local buses and paratransit increased 15 cents, from $2.75 to $2.90. The 7-Day Unlimited Ride pass increased from $33 to $34, and the 30-Day Unlimited Ride pass increased from $127 to $132.

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OMNY can currently be used to pay fares at all New York City Subway and Staten Island Railway stations, on all MTA buses, and on the Roosevelt Island Tram; when completely rolled out, it will also replace the MetroCard on Bee-Line buses, NICE buses, and AirTrain JFK.

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Simply tap and go with the same contactless credit or debit card, smart device, or OMNY card. It's like a 7-Day Unlimited MetroCard without the upfront cost. Start any day and $34 (or $17 for Reduced-Fare customers) is the most you'll pay.

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Tap and go: Pick your payment method
  1. Tap your contactless card. Check if your contactless credit, debit, or reloadable prepaid card has the contactless symbol on the front or back. ...
  2. Tap your phone or smart device. Add a payment card to your digital wallet, then tap your device at an OMNY reader and GO. ...
  3. Tap an OMNY card.


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Tap to pay your fare with your contactless credit/debit card, smartphone, or OMNY card, or pay with a MetroCard.

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What does “OMNY” mean? OMNY, which stands for One Metro New York, is based on the concept of unifying fare payments and ticketing across multiple modes of transportation. We believe that transportation is an essential service that connects communities and brings the diversity and energy of New York together.

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You can use cash, credit, or debit cards to make your purchase. New York City subway fares are $2.75 per trip. For visitors staying more than a couple of days you can buy a one week unlimited MetroCard for $33 or an unlimited monthly MetroCard for $127.00.

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To board a Select Bus Service bus, you will need to insert your MetroCard or bus transfer at the MetroCard Fare Collector machine and obtain a proof-of-payment receipt. You may enter the bus at any door. Please be sure to hold on to your proof of payment receipt while riding the Select Bus Service.

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Unlimited Ride MetroCards: These passes are only good for one person, they cannot be shared. Once swiped you cannot use the card again for another 18 mins.

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