How to buy a NYC MetroCard | Unlimited or Regular Subway Card

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Should you buy a pay-per-ride or an unlimited New York City Subway MetroCard? There are several factors to consider before making a purchase.

There are some important rules to be aware of that apply to the UNLIMITED METRO CARD

Each card can only be used by 1 person.
Once you have swiped the card, it cannot be used again for 18 minutes.

You get unlimited transfers, including between buses and subways.

TIP: Your unlimited MetroCard can be used on other transportation systems in and around New York City. It is accepted by:

The Staten Island Railway
The Roosevelt Island Tram
New Jersey PATH trains.

This PAY AS YOU GO option has some important differences compared to the unlimited card.

1 ride costs $3. You will most likely never buy this card.
2 or more rides cost $2.75 per ride.
Up to 4 people can use one MetroCard ($2.75/person/ride).
You can transfer for free between subway lines
You can transfer for free between subway and buses or between buses within 2 hours of using your card for the first time.

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