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Changes to MTA Fares and Tolls in 2026

The MTA has announced fare and toll changes for 2026. Read more about these changes.


MTA MetroCard Discontinuation

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is phasing out MetroCards and moving to the OMNY contactless fare payment system. The Commuter Card, offered through the City of New York Commuter Benefits Program, is OMNY compatible and includes a range of convenient features:  

  • Tap and Go: Speed up your payment experience at OMNY terminals and avoid waiting in line at vending machines with the Tap and Go contactless feature.

  • Digital Wallet Compatibility: Add your card to your mobile phone's digital wallet to pay at OMNY readers.

  • Transit and Parking Flex: Enjoy interchangeable transit and parking funds.

Visit the Edenred website to see a list of where the Commuter Card will work.


Effective January 1, 2025, pre-tax contribution monthly limits for transit and parking are $325 each


Using Your Commuter Card for the Long Island Railroad and Metro-North Railroad

If you're using your Commuter Card at a Long Island Railroad vending machine and it prompts you for a PIN, there are two ways to proceed:

1. Retrieve Your PIN: You can obtain your PIN by logging in to your account, going to the Card Management page, and selecting "Request PIN". You can also obtain your PIN by calling 833-584-8109.

2. Use Tap-to-Pay: If you select "Credit" and use the contactless/Tap-to-Pay option, you do not need to enter a PIN.

If you're using your Commuter Card at a Metro-North Railroad vending machine, you will be required to enter a PIN for all transaction types. You can easily retrieve your PIN through one of the following methods:

1. Online: Log in to your account, go to the Card Management page, and then select “Request PIN”.  

2. By Phone: Call 833-584-8109, press 1, and follow the prompts to request your PIN.


Edenred Mobile Application is Now Available on App Store and Google Play

Manage your commuter benefits, anytime, any place.

Download Edenred Benefits Mobile Application Guide






Important Note

The Commuter Benefits Program is for NYC government employees only and is offered by Edenred, the City’s commuter benefit provider. Members of the public, including businesses and their employees: get more information about the Commuter Benefits Law, or call 311. The Commuter Benefits Law requires certain businesses to offer their eligible employees a pre-tax transportation deduction.