Save with a Metrocard
A Metrocard is always the best way to pay. With a Metrocard in hand, you'll get:
- The cheapest fares available (as cash fares cost more)
- Free transfers for up to two hours to get to your destination
- Daily and weekly deals for unlimited travel
- The ability to manage your balance online and utilise auto top-ups
Find out where to get a Metrocard.
Metrocard fares and caps
Make the most of the weekly maximum fare. Customers pay no more than $16 for unlimited travel on the Metro bus network in a single week (Monday - Sunday) when paying with a Metrocard. And no more than $8 for unlimited bus travel for the week for children and concession holders using a Metrocard. Weekly maximum fares for the ferry are also in place.
Paying less for weekly travel is one more reason to choose the bus more often!
| Single fare | Daily maximum fare | Weekly maximum fare | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fare type | Standard | Concession | Standard | Concession | Standard | Concession |
| Bus | $2 | $1 | $4 | $2 | $16 | $8 |
| Ferry | $4 | $2 | $8 | $4 | $32 | $16 |
Accessing the Metrocard concessions
Travel concessions are available with a Metrocard for the following groups. Some concessions require pre-registration. Click on the links to find out more.
The free travel period for SuperGold cardholders remains (from 9am weekdays and all weekend).
See the full fare structure here, including cost comparisons between cash and Metrocard.