Does toronto subway take presto?

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You must tap your PRESTO card or PRESTO Ticket each time you board a bus, streetcar and whenever you enter a subway station. Your tapped PRESTO card or PRESTO Ticket is your proof-of-payment.

Beside above, does PRESTO work on Toronto subway? through the PRESTO app. online at prestocard.ca. at any participating Shoppers Drug Mart location. at one of our Fare Vending Machines or Self-Serve Reload Machines, located at all TTC subway stations.

Subsequently, do you have to tap off PRESTO on subway? Q: Do I need to tap off when I exit the subway or a TTC or YRT bus? A: No. However, if you are transferring from the subway to a TTC, YRT or GO bus/train, you will need to tap on when you board the bus or train. You only need to tap off when you are riding a GO train or GO bus as their fares are determined by distance.

Also the question is, how much is subway fare in Toronto? on the subway costs $3.25 cash (or $3.10 with PRESTO) but takes about 36 minutes. This trip also includes a stopover and train change.

Considering this, do I need to tap off PRESTO on TTC? When using PRESTO on GO Transit, you must always Tap On and Tap Off. … When using PRESTO on the TTC, Hamilton Street Railway, Burlington Transit, Oakville Transit, MiWay, Brampton Transit, or Durham Region Transit you only need to Tap On as you board.PRESTO can be used for travel on all GO Trains and GO Buses. You can also use PRESTO on 9 transit agencies in the GTHA, including UP Express and the TTC and on OC Transpo in Ottawa. Why should I register my card? Now that you have a PRESTO card, setup a “My PRESTO Account” online at prestocard.ca.

Can I pay for 2 people with PRESTO?

Yes, PRESTO cards are transferable between riders. If you are using a card that has a Child, Youth or Senior fare type, you must also be eligible for any discounted fares set on the card. A child, youth or senior may use an adult’s PRESTO card to travel at full adult fare.

How much does PRESTO charge per ride?

Most GO customers pay a base fare of $3.70 when they tap on to travel using PRESTO if they don’t have a default trip set to their card. When you tap on, PRESTO will recognize your fare type (adult, student or senior) and apply loyalty discounts as applicable.

What happens if you forget to tap off?

If you do not tap on but do tap off at the end, you will be charged the default fare. If you tap on at the beginning and then forget to tap off at the end of your trip, you will be charged the default fare for an incomplete trip.

How does the subway work in Toronto?

Subways. Toronto subways run very frequently, as often as every two minutes in rush hour and about every five minutes at other times. Service runs approximately 6 am to 1:30 am, with a 9 am start on Sundays. All subway trains stop at all stations along the line (there are no “express” trains or diverging routes).

Do PRESTO cards expire?

PRESTO cards no longer expire, even if there is an expiry date shown on the card (you may continue to use your card even after any indicated expiry date).

How much do students pay for PRESTO?

The card costs $5.25 (cash only). Tap your PRESTO card every time you enter a subway station and whenever you board a bus or streetcar.

How do I use my PRESTO card at subway?

Is child PRESTO free?

The TTC issues child cards to enable its policy allowing children 12 and under to ride free, which was implemented in 2015. Although kids don’t have to pay, the only way to access the subway is by tapping a Presto card to open the fare gates.

Can I reload my PRESTO card at Shoppers Drug Mart?

When you buy or reload a card at a Shoppers Drug Mart or other in-person Customer Service Outlets, you must load at least $0.05. At Fare Vending Machines at TTC subway stations, you must load at least $5.00.

How do I tap off my PRESTO card?

Can I use my PRESTO card right away after loading?

A “Pending Load” is funds you have added online or through the PRESTO App that have not yet reached your card. Funds will be ready to use in 4 to 24 hours.

How do you use a PRESTO card on a bus?

Can I use Toronto PRESTO in Ottawa?

Yes, your PRESTO card can be used on any of the 11 participating transit agencies in Ontario, including OC Transpo in Ottawa. Visit Paying for Transit to see the full list of PRESTO transit agencies.

Can I tap PRESTO from my phone?

You can instantly load funds and transit passes in real-time using the PRESTO app, once you’ve signed in, using the “Load Now” option. For customers with NFC-enabled phones: you can load your funds or passes instantly by holding your PRESTO card against the back of your phone.

Can I use my brothers PRESTO card?

Yes. PRESTO cards can be shared, however, can only be used by one person at a time. Two people cannot travel at the same time using one PRESTO card as the Fare Payment Device will only deduct one fare per ride on GO Transit.

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