Fare payment is easy on CTtransit buses with cash, ticket and pass options. Express zones are based upon the distance traveled, and the minimum fare begins at the 2 Zone rate. Bus Operators and fareboxes cannot make change, but the Go CT Card is accepted on Express buses.
NOTE: currently, the Token Transit app is not accepted on Express buses.
Prepaid Fare Options
31-Day
| Zone | Fare |
|---|---|
| 2 Zones | $108.80 |
| 3 Zones | $139.40 |
| 4 Zones | $170.00 |
| 5 Zones | $204.00 |
31-Day Passes valid for unlimited rides beginning with date of first use during specified time period. Emergency Ride benefit applies with certain limitations. Call CTrides at 877-CT-RIDES (877-287-4337) for details.
10-Ride Ticket
| Zone | Fare |
|---|---|
| 2 Zones | $28.80 |
| 3 Zones | $36.90 |
| 4 Zones | $45.00 |
| 5 Zones | $54.00 |
10-ride ticket users must request a 2-Hour Pass from the Bus Operator at the time the fare is paid.
Senior (65+) / Persons with Disability 10-Ride Ticket
State of CT-issued Reduced Fare ID or Medicare card must be shown prior to payment.
10-ride ticket users must request a 2-Hour Pass from the Bus Operator at the time the fare is paid.
| Zone | Fare |
|---|---|
| 2 Zones | $14.40 |
| 3 Zones | $18.45 |
| 4 Zones | $22.50 |
| 5 Zones | $27.00 |
On Board Fare Options
Cash Only—One Payment Transaction For Each Pass. Fareboxes accept flat, unfolded $1.00, $5.00 and 10.00 bills and US coins (except 50¢ pieces) only. Insert coins and bills one at a time. Please have fare ready when boarding. Do not deposit $20 bills.
2-Hour Pass (single fare)
Press "Get 2-Hour Pass" before depositing money.
Express 2-Hour passes retain the full value of the original zone fare paid, providing unlimited local and express rides for the number of zones paid. Travel on a route that charges a higher zone fare would require additional payment.
| Fare Category | Fare |
|---|---|
| 2 Zones | $3.20 |
| 3 Zones | $4.10 |
| 4 Zones | $5.00 |
| 5 Zones | $6.00 |
| Children (Age 4 and Under) Maximum of three with each adult |
Free |
| Youth (Age 5-18) No Youth Discount on express. |
Regular Cash Fare |
All-Day Pass (purchase on board)
Press "Get All-Day Pass" before depositing money.
| Fare Category | Fare |
|---|---|
| 2 Zones | $6.40 |
| 3 Zones | $8.20 |
| 4 Zones | $10.00 |
| 5 Zones | $12.00 |
Senior (65+) / Persons with Disability Two-Hour Pass (single fare)
State of CT-issued Reduced Fare ID or Medicare card must be shown prior to payment.
Press "Get 2-Hour Pass" before depositing money.
Express 2-Hour passes retain the full value of the original zone fare paid, providing unlimited local and express rides for the number of zones paid. Travel on a route that charges a higher zone fare would require additional payment.
| Zone | Fare |
|---|---|
| 2 Zones | $1.60 |
| 3 Zones | $2.05 |
| 4 Zones | $2.50 |
| 5 Zones | $3.00 |
Senior (65+) / Persons with Disability All-Day Pass (purchase on board)
State of CT-issued Reduced Fare ID or Medicare card must be shown prior to payment.
Press "Get All-Day Pass" before depositing money.
| Zone | Fare |
|---|---|
| 2 Zones | $3.20 |
| 3 Zones | $4.10 |
| 4 Zones | $5.00 |
| 5 Zones | $6.00 |
Fare Subject to Change