Nevada County Transit Services is excited to announce the introduction of Tap-to-Pay contactless fare payment systems on all Nevada County Connects buses, effective today, Monday, March 31.
The Tap-to-Pay system allows customers to pay for their bus ride using contactless-enabled Visa or Mastercard payments, including debit cards, credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and smartwatches. Paying for the bus is now as easy as paying for a coffee!
The Tap-to-Pay system has a separate fare structure from the regular cash fare structure with a $2 for 3-hour rate and $6 daily cap.
If you are a senior (65+), disabled (Medicare cardholder), or a veteran, please visit www.nevadacountyca.gov/TaptoPay to register for a discounted fare through Cal-ITP. Please note that the youth/student discount is currently unavailable but will be offered soon through the Tap-to-Pay registration system.
Tap-to-Pay Fares
| Single Ride (3 Hours) | Daily Cap | Weekly Cap | Monthly Cap | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed Route Regular Adult (18+) | $2.00 | $6.00 | $20.00 | $70.00 |
| Fixed Route Discount (Senior 65+/Disabled-ADA) | $1.00 | $3.00 | $10.00 | $35.00 |
Exact cash payments, passes, and discount fare ID cards will continue to be accepted alongside the Tap-to-Pay system. Bus schedules are available in the Nevada County Connects Rider’s Guide at www.NevadaCountyConnects.com or by calling Nevada County Transit Services at 530-477-0103, extension 0.
Interested in becoming a transit driver? Visit www.NevadaCountyCA.gov/Careers to explore current job openings and join the team!