Fares
Each fare is valid for 2½ hours of unlimited rides on buses and light rail, except in Downtown Zones. Transfers to Northstar from buses or light rail require an additional fare.
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| Bus & Light Rail Fares | Non-Rush Hours | Rush Hours
Mon.-Fri.:
6-9 am & 3-6:30 pm |
| Adults (13 to 64) |
Bus / Light Rail |
$1.75 |
$2.25 |
| Express Bus |
$2.25 |
$3.00 |
Seniors (65+)
Photo ID with "T" endorsement required |
Bus / Light Rail |
$0.75 |
$2.25 |
| Express Bus |
$0.75 |
$3.00 |
Youth (6 to 12)
Ages 5 and under ride free with paid fare (limit 3) |
Bus / Light Rail |
$0.75 |
$2.25 |
| Express Bus |
$0.75 |
$3.00 |
Medicare card holders
Medicare card and Minnesota driver's license/state ID required |
Bus / Light Rail |
$0.75 |
$2.25 |
| Express Bus |
$0.75 |
$3.00 |
| Persons with Disabilities |
Bus / Light Rail |
$0.75 |
$0.75 |
| Express Bus |
$0.75 |
$0.75 |
Downtown Zone
Transfers not available with these fares
|
Bus / Light Rail |
$0.50 |
$0.50 |
Northstar Fares
| Weekday | Weekend |
|
One-way fares to / from downtown Minneapolis
|
All customers except persons with disabilities |
Adults
|
Seniors (65+), Youth (6-12) and
Medicare card holders.
Valid at all times
for persons with disabilities. |
| Big Lake |
$7.00 |
$5.25 |
$1.75 |
| Elk River |
$5.50 |
$4.00 |
$1.25 |
| Anoka |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
$1.00 |
| Coon Rapids-Riverdale |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
$1.00 |
| Fridley |
$3.25 |
$2.50 |
$0.75 |
| Station-to-Station |
$3.25 |
$2.50 |
$0.75 |
Children ages 5 and under ride free (limit 3) when accompanied by a paid fare.
Families can save big on rides with the Northstar Roundtrip Family Pass.
Reduced Fares
Please tell the bus driver before you pay your fare if you qualify for a fare listed below. On rail, be ready to show Transit Police you qualify for the reduced fare.
These Fares Apply Only During Non-Rush Hours
- Seniors (65+): To qualify, show a Minnesota driver's license/state ID with a "T" endorsement. (?)
- Youth: Ages 6-12 qualify for a reduced fare.
- Medicare card holders: to qualify, show a Medicare card along with a Minnesota driver's license/state ID.
These Fares are in Effect at all Times
- Persons with Disabilities: To qualify, show your Metro Mobility card or transfer, Metro Transit temporary ID with a photo ID or Minnesota driver's license/state ID with an "A" or "L" endorsement. For information on certification, call Customer Relations at 612-373-3333.
- Children: Ages 5 and under ride free (limit 3) when accompanied by a paid fare.
- Downtown Zone: The fare for rides within the Minneapolis or St. Paul Downtown Zones is 50 cents at all times. Transfers are not available with Downtown Zone fares.
- Young Adults: Students and workers age 13-17 may qualify for a discounted Young Adult Card -- contact your school or employer.
- Disabled Veterans: Disabled veterans ride free by showing a Veterans Identification Card issued by a VA Medical Center with the words "Service Connected" or "SC" below the photo. Call 612-467-1991 or visit the VA website for details.
To receive an ID with "T" endorsement, seniors age 65 and older should fill out a driver's license renewal form at any Driver and Vehicle Services office. On the form, check the box near the limited mobility box that certifies your age and requests the "T" endorsement.