The fare for an express bus ride is $6.75. Sold at vending machines only. Using the Fair Fares NYC MetroCard, participating New York City residents receive a 50% discount on subway and eligible bus fares. Fair Fares NYC is a City program that helps low-income New Yorkers.
On all modes of transport except for NYC Ferry, all fare payments must be made using MetroCard or (except for express buses and subways) coins (excluding half-dollars and pennies).

The Current Single Fare for the New York Subway is $2.75 NYC Subway Fare History: The New York Subway fare has increased precipitously in recent years, well ahead of the rate of inflation. * The cost of a SingleRide ticket is $3.00. When the New York City subway first began operating in 1904, a single ride cost 5 cents, and riders used a paper ticket to enter the system.

Pay-Per-Ride, 7-Day (Weekly) and 30-Day (Monthly) Unlimited Ride options are all available. NYC subway fares: How they work. The fares listed below track the price history for single fares on the New York subway since 1904. Current fares. Both MetroCard and SmartLink are accepted on PATH; however, SmartLink cannot be used on any other transit system in New York City. Updated June 16th at 12:45am
Downloadable maps for New York transit, including subways, buses, and the Staten Island Railway, plus the Long Island Rail Road, Metro-North Railroad and MTA Bridges and Tunnels. If you qualify for reduced fare, you can travel for half fare. Up to three children 44 inches tall and under ride for free on subways and local buses when accompanied by a fare paying adult. People 65 years or older and people with qualifying disabilities who show a proper form of identification (including Reduced-Fare MetroCard or a Medicare card) are eligible for reduced fare. Subway fare is $2.75*, payable with MetroCard. Subway service suspended There is no subway service from 1-5 a.m. The fare for a subway or local bus ride is $2.75*. Essential workers and Phase 1 workers, we still have options for you.