Contents
- 1 How do you pay for the Pace bus in Chicago?
- 2 How much is the bus fare in Chicago?
- 3 Can I use my Ventra card on Pace bus?
- 4 Can you pay Google on pace bus?
- 5 Can you pay with debit card on bus?
- 6 Can I pay with card on bus?
- 7 Can you buy a train ticket with cash?
- 8 How much is a train ticket to Chicago?
- 9 How do you use the L in Chicago?
- 10 How do you pay for Pace?
- 11 How much is a new Ventra card?
- 12 How does the PACE bus work?
- 13 Can I use my phone to pay on the bus?
- 14 Can I use my phone as a Ventra card?
- 15 Do OCTA buses take credit cards?
How do you pay for the Pace bus in Chicago?
CTA and Pace Cash is accepted on buses, no transfers are issued when paying in cash. *Load cash at ‘L’ stations onto a Ventra Card, personal contactless bankcard, or buy a Single-Ride ticket.
How much is the bus fare in Chicago?
Fare chart
| BASE/REGULAR FARES (as deducted from transit value in a Ventra account) | Full | Reduced |
|---|---|---|
| ‘L’ train fare | $2.50 * | $1.25 |
| Bus fare | 2.25 | 1.10 |
| Transfer(up to 2 additional rides within 2 hrs) | .25 | .15 |
| PASSES (load onto Ventra account) | Full | Reduced |
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Can I use my Ventra card on Pace bus?
Ventra is the fare payment system for Pace and CTA. NOW. Riders can also pay with cash ( using exact change) or contactless bank cards. Transfers to/from other Pace and CTA fixed route buses and trains are only available using a Ventra card or a contactless bank card registered with Ventra.
Can you pay Google on pace bus?
It’s getting easier to travel around Chicagoland. Soon you’ll be able to add your Ventra Card to Google Pay and tap to ride on CTA and Pace using transit value or passes. Just tap and go with Ventra and Google Pay.
Can you pay with debit card on bus?
Look for the contactless symbol on your credit or debit card to see if your card is contactless enabled. Then, board a bus with the contactless symbol and instead of paying with cash, simply tap your card or contactless-enabled device onto the reader and wait for the beep.
Can I pay with card on bus?
Contactless is a simple and secure way to pay for bus travel without needing cash. Look for the contactless symbol on your credit, debit or pre-paid cards. Most new cards are issued with this feature, however, if you’re not sure whether your card is contactless enabled please check with your bank or card issuer.
Can you buy a train ticket with cash?
You can buy tickets and Oyster cards online and from places across London. Many Tube and DLR stations don’t accept cash and only accept card payments at ticket machines to top up or buy tickets.
How much is a train ticket to Chicago?
Even without deals and promotions, an Amtrak train to Chicago can cost as little as $7 (e.g. from Hammond-Whiting, IN).
How do you use the L in Chicago?
How-to: Riding the train
- Enter the station and pay fare. When you enter a train station, you can pay your fare at the turnstile or gate: simply touch your Ventra Card, Ventra Ticket or contactless bankcard to the reader on the top of every turnstile.
- Make your way to the boarding area.
- Board.
How do you pay for Pace?
Paying with a Ventra Card is the best way. Ventra is the fare payment system for Pace and the CTA. Riders are encouraged to get a Ventra Card and register a transit account at ventrachicago.com or by calling 1.877.
How much is a new Ventra card?
New cards cost $5, but the purchase fee is waived when you order online and is refunded as transit value if you buy one in person and register within 90 days.
How does the PACE bus work?
The destination sign above the bus windshield shows the route number, route name, and destination. On many routes in the suburbs, a Pace bus will stop at any safe location along the route – just signal (or flag) the driver to indicate that you want to board. Pay your exact fare into the fare box.
Can I use my phone to pay on the bus?
Using a mobile payment to pay as you go is the same as using a contactless card. You can make mobile payments with devices such as phones, watches, key fobs, stickers or wristbands. You can use different mobile payments to travel on our transport services: Apple Pay.
Can I use my phone as a Ventra card?
Yes! Ventra is designed to accept a digital Ventra Card on your Android smartphone, iPhone or Apple Watch. The Ventra Card on Google Pay, iPhone and Apple Watch brings all the features of Ventra Cards straight to your phone or watch.
Do OCTA buses take credit cards?
You must use a valid Visa, MasterCard or American Express card OR a PayPal account to purchase tickets using the OC Bus Mobile Ticketing app or our OCBus.transitsherpa.com. OC Bus Mobile Ticketing also accepts prepaid debit cards. Adding a debit/ credit card can only be done through the purchase process.