Credit & Debit Cards Accepted on Buses!

Pay for a single-ride $2.00 adult fare using contactless Mastercard, Visa, or Discover card. Apple Pay, Google Pay, or Samsung Pay virtual wallets are also accepted.

City of Madison
Metro Transit
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Metro Transit

Bus Tracker

Plan your trip, track your bus, and get real-time arrival info.

Metro Bus Tracker Plan Your Trip

Fast Fare

An easy way to pay! Set up your online account to get started.  

Set Up Your Account Frequently Asked Questions

Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)

Check out our new stations, improved way to pay, and larger all-electric buses.

BRT Information

Rider Updates

  • Articulated bus displaying B Northport route travels down State Street on a sunny summer day.

    Maxwell Street Detours

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    Due to Maxwell Street Days, State St. will be closed all day on Thursday, July 16 through the end of service on Sunday, July 19.

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    How to Ride

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    Check out our How to Get Started riding tips to learn about fares, how to plan your trip, rider tools, and everything you need to know before your first ride with Metro Transit.

  • Discover Network Logo

    Now Accepting Discover

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    Tap and ride with Discover! Pay your $2.00 adult single-ride fare using a contactless Discover card for a fast, easy, and convenient way to ride. 

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    Public Hearing Scheduled

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    Give feedback on proposed service standards and change processes. Public hearing to be held on Wednesday, July 29 at 6:00 p.m.

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