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RideKC fares
On buses operated by KCATA, Johnson County and Independence, change is provided via a change card, which is valid for future bus fare payments for up to 1 year. No change is provided on buses operated by Unified Government Transit.
KC Ride Mobile app is available for fare payment.
Reduced fare eligibility vary between buses operated by KCATA/UGT, Johnson County, or Independence. All routes accept presentation of a reduced fare card (application from KCATA, Johnson County, or Independence) or Medicare card. Johnson County and Independence also accept driver's license and student ID.
Local fares
| One way | Day pass | 3 day pass | 31-day pass | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full fare | $1.50 | $3 | $10 | $50 |
| Youth fare | $0.75 | - | - | $25 |
| Senior/Disabled/Medicare fare | $0.75 | - | - | $25 |
Source: [1]
Suburban/express fares
Valid on 510 (no reduced fare for one way), 535, 550, 570
| One way | 31-day pass | |
|---|---|---|
| Full fare | $3.00 | $95 |
| Youth fare | $1.50 | - |
| Senior/Disabled/Medicare fare | $1.50 | - |
