Houston METRO fares
| One way | Discounted one way | |
| Local & METRORail | $1.25 | $0.60 |
| P&R zone 1 | $2.00 | $1.00 |
| P&R zone 2 | $3.25 | $1.60 |
| P&R zone 3 | $3.75 | $1.85 |
| P&R zone 4 | $4.50 | $2.25 |
On local bus, paper transfer can issued upon request. A valid METRORail paper ticket can be used as a bus transfer. When using a smart card, free transfer (within 3 hours after tap) automatically applies on bus or rail.
METRO Smartcards
METRO Q - reloadable cash value smart card
METRO Day Pass - reloadable smart card that has a daily maximum fare ($3 per day)
METRO Money Card - disposable smart cards sold at fixed values.
Smart cards can be reloaded online, at Park & Ride locations, METRORail ticket machines, and onboard buses.
Discounted fare eligibility
- Seniors age 65-69 (seniors age 70 or above ride free) with ID
- Disabled
- Students (K-12 and college) with student ID
All eligible riders need to register to obtain a discounted smart card.
