How to Pay
- OMNY (contactless Visa/Mastercard/Amex/phone)
- MetroCard (being phased out)
- 7-day Unlimited MetroCard
- 30-day Unlimited MetroCard
💡 OMNY auto-caps at 12 rides per week (Mon–Sun) — all further rides that week are free. Tap your contactless card or phone; no MetroCard needed.
Peak Hours
No peak pricing — flat $2.90 fare at all times, 24/7 — trains are busiest during these hours. Fares do not change by time of day, but expect crowded carriages during rush hour.
Fare Table (USD)
| Distance | Off-Peak | Peak |
|---|---|---|
| Single ride (OMNY / MetroCard) | $2.90 | $2.90 |
| 7-day Unlimited MetroCard | $34.00 | $34.00 |
| 30-day Unlimited MetroCard | $132.00 | $132.00 |
| Express Bus (single) | $7.00 | $7.00 |
| AirTrain JFK (add-on) | +$8.50 | +$8.50 |
Payment Cards & Passes
MetroCard & OMNY Guide
Everything about paying for the NYC Subway in 2026 — OMNY tap-to-pay, MetroCard types, weekly caps, and whether you still need a MetroCard.
- OMNY weekly cap: pay for 12 rides Mon–Sun and all further rides that week are free (~equivalent to $34 unlimited).
- No zone system or peak pricing — flat $2.90 fare at all times.
- OMNY works with any contactless card or phone — no separate card needed.
Tips to Save Money
- Use the MetroCard & OMNY Guide instead of buying a single-journey ticket every time — it's faster and usually cheaper.
- Travel off-peak — No peak pricing — flat $2.90 fare at all times, 24/7. Fares are lower and trains are less crowded outside these hours.
- The metro is always cheaper than taxis for the airport journey — see the airport connection guide for fares and timings.
- Check the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) official website for any promotional passes or tourist cards that may offer unlimited travel for a fixed period.
- Plan journeys using the official app — some operators offer digital tickets that are slightly cheaper than physical tokens.
Fares are indicative and subject to change. Always verify current fares at the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) official website.