Paying for the New York Subway Using OMNY (plus how fare capping can save you money)

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Urban Caffeine

Urban Caffeine

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@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
MetroCard video → kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYmrcmeCmN95aKM OMNY card video "Why buy an OMNY card?" → kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3ivq55prdmYbck
@rosephoenix4634
@rosephoenix4634 2 жыл бұрын
Speaking about the new of ID MetroCard and even from phones credit cell phones and smartwatch but what about disability of people handicap what's going to happen for them anyway that they already put money in the MetroCard of the ID MetroCard that pictures names and numbers bet you that you never see this one coming and what about of a brand-new of a MetroCard that this one we're never going to get expire. Something is for a new Revolution eyes that are white candy and ta-ku go to the company of Japan where there they have so many of different type of ID cards and people could use it and disability a MetroCard attic we're never going it's expired and even if they lost it Dad to call the company of the number and to get a brand new one but however one stead of if they lost the MetroCard and at that got it other set s MetroCard is 4 / you lost it in a third one right there BB like how to say emergency backup and then after that well one MetroCard is already dismissed and expired the other one is transferred to the new Metrocard and then after that only have numbers and even the names of types of different names or numbers safe and secure And finally a brand-new app Google Play Apple Stores and other different apps that could use it over transferred the world to take a picture that are for the brand new ID and then they lost it and then after that there that get a transfer to the new ID card take a picture on it and will be very fast and then the Lost ID card is going to be expired does it work and no one can I use it for the brand new ID card the lost it and take care of receive over brand new of a ID card for the MetroCard and then after that where the customers and many other people will be happy from New Yorkers and to everyone and specially speaking that MetroCard I hope I die. They could get one of those cover MetroCard but with the protector of the the MetroCard brand new ones and then for every different weathers band in the order that and then there would be happy that customer and even that this cover over to protect of the brand new MetroCard that is going to be like tapping it could be very possible anyway because I got so many idea that the tell you something about it and sometime that the video what I just saw it it's fine but sometime the video it missing something
@TheQuota2001
@TheQuota2001 Жыл бұрын
@Urban caffeine you make nice videos, lovely voice. You really love nyc, I live in the Bronx. Nice channel
@alexanderlashkevichhi-tech5452
@alexanderlashkevichhi-tech5452 Жыл бұрын
It's have to SAVE MetroCard, because: 1. It is a single paying connecter betweem Subway and PATH. 2. How about the tourist without NFC credit cards? What they will do without MetroCard? 3. Transit between buses and subway with using MetroCard is Safer from information leakage. Because credit cards cannot change its owner. MetroCard only can change its owner.
@DTD110865
@DTD110865 Жыл бұрын
I'm still waiting for the MTA to send me the one MetroCard made up of three combined MetroCards, and that was back in August 2022.
@lc11214
@lc11214 2 жыл бұрын
I didn’t appreciate how useful this payment method until today. I didn’t have my wallet on me. I was three miles away from home. It was a relief for me that I was able to pay my fare to get home.
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
Nice! That happened to me once too. I was at a restaurant and realized I didn't have my wallet. Good thing they took phone payments.
@rockvilleraven
@rockvilleraven 2 ай бұрын
Also when I went to New York, and instead of waiting in line to buy a Metrocard, just paid using my Iphone and a credit card in the wallet.
@DriscollxProductions
@DriscollxProductions 10 ай бұрын
I work with OMNY and this is by far the best explained video on here. Keep it up
@jessicacaraballo645
@jessicacaraballo645 2 жыл бұрын
She explained this better than all the info from mta combined... Thank God I found this im struggling
@Akosua.flower
@Akosua.flower 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this. Ive been living and commuting in nyc for years and this is a video the MTA should have broken the OMNY system down into with such details!
@samuelcarvalho3691
@samuelcarvalho3691 Жыл бұрын
One thing I want to highlight your videos is how you leave no room for doubts. You give all of the information available and everything is crystal clear. Your videos are incredibly well done.
@jacobambach8143
@jacobambach8143 Жыл бұрын
Great video and clear explanation of how OMNY works. On your point at 6:05, if you are a tourist visiting from another country, you can avoid paying extra fees by using a credit card that is denominated in US dollars, such as Revolut. Just remember to convert any other currency on your Revolut card to US dollars before making a purchase, so you won't be charged any additional foreign transaction fees.
@AutumnLeavey
@AutumnLeavey 2 жыл бұрын
I used metro card all my life then moved away for college, now im back and I had no idea how this works. thanks for the video!
@BDNADLER
@BDNADLER 2 жыл бұрын
OMNY (One Metro New York) fare system is love at first sight. I am a New York trans plant living in Florida. I come to New York periodically to visit with family. During this time I take at least one trip to the city. For years I have enjoyed the convenience of MTA Etix on the Long Island Railroad. This takes technology to the next level as I can enter the subway the same way I pay for goods at a retail store or pay my check at a restaurant, using my smartphone or smart watch. I like the idea of entering the subway without having to pull out my wallet or even my phone. I certainly hope that other municipalities throughout the world adopt this new contactless payment system.
@nicoth.412
@nicoth.412 2 жыл бұрын
I'm travelling to New York for the first time in 8 years next month, so videos like this one are incredibly helpful! Now I know that I will definitely stick with the 7-day unlimited Metrocard (travelling midweek to midweek and being a foreigner seem to warrant that)😄
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Have a great trip!
@nicoth.412
@nicoth.412 2 жыл бұрын
@@UrbanCaffeine Thank you👍🏻
@jennyhunt
@jennyhunt 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for including the foreign fee info! I still have my Metro Card from when I visited in 1999. LOL
@osagiee.guobadia-secondytc4624
@osagiee.guobadia-secondytc4624 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this amazing video covering using OMNY in New York City buses and subways, Urban Caffeine. I am learning more about how OMNY works for New Yorkers. : )
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
Always a pleasure! Thanks 😊
@osagiee.guobadia-secondytc4624
@osagiee.guobadia-secondytc4624 2 жыл бұрын
@@UrbanCaffeine No problem and thanks for replying. : )
@omarm-510
@omarm-510 2 жыл бұрын
Great video explaining the system. On going on a trip to NYC and had no idea how to use the OMNY system even after looking at the website. I've used many public transit services and this has to be the best system I ever seen. Very easy and tourist friendly.
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! It's refreshing to use after having the MetroCard for so long. Although the MetroCard is so iconic, it will be missed once it's phased out.
@dziobak87
@dziobak87 10 ай бұрын
Great video. I'm going to the US and NY for the first time in April and found your videos really helpful. Greetings from Poland :)
@urmie
@urmie 2 жыл бұрын
One thing to note for commuters who travel to NYC for work is to check their company's benefits portal and see if they have commuter benefits. Usually you can sign up for their version of a debit card that has pre-tax benefits and would be the better solution to Metro/OMNY cards where you just pay out of pocket.
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
Hopefully when OMNY cards are in full swing, people can use their commuter cards to refill OMNY cards if their commuter cards don't have the tap-and-pay feature.
@SG3086X
@SG3086X 2 жыл бұрын
@@UrbanCaffeine our fares for Singapore for students is 64 cents
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
@@SG3086X Wow 🤯 That's incredible!
@SG3086X
@SG3086X 2 жыл бұрын
@@UrbanCaffeine and make a video on Singapore transport
@SG3086X
@SG3086X 2 жыл бұрын
@@UrbanCaffeine and there is a pdf for fares www.sbstransit.com.sg/Uploads/helpful_information/D15143%20PTC%20Fare%20Review%20Exercise%202021_Flyer_FA3.pdf
@tripswithgreg5189
@tripswithgreg5189 2 жыл бұрын
So helpful. So glad that I’ve found your channel. It’s BRILLIANT!! YOU are brilliant.
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! I'm glad you're enjoying the content. 😊
@echowoods
@echowoods 11 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 11 ай бұрын
You're welcome. And thanks for the tip!
@michaelw9285
@michaelw9285 2 жыл бұрын
I find it difficult coming from London where Oyster has daily fare capping, and travel card products you can buy on the card for a 7/14/28 day or up to a year period, whereas OMNY works on calendar week and the first 12 trips are paid. Oyster has also supported Contactless Payment Cards since 2013. Both the OMNY and Oyster system have been developed by Cubic, so the technology is there - why can't MTA just copy TfL's system wholesale.
@ericwoudstra1531
@ericwoudstra1531 Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I'm headed to SFO to fly out and spend a week in Manhattan. I've watched many of your videos and find them very helpful. Keep up the great work!
@RisenPhoenix68
@RisenPhoenix68 2 жыл бұрын
I work 6 days a week, hence, I take 12 trips on the train every week, which my monthly metro card discounts. If I take extra rides on my day off or during the week, my rides are being being discounted. Looks like I will be paying a full $2.75 per ride from now on, AND giving the MTA access to my bank accounts. How convenient for them.
@bilwilson100
@bilwilson100 3 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@kongr889
@kongr889 11 ай бұрын
Thanks for making this introductory video? It's helpful to me, especially to include some special case illustrations!
@jimmichaud8487
@jimmichaud8487 2 жыл бұрын
It's about time NYC has smart cards for their transit system. Boston has had the Charlie Card since 2006 and Portland ME started with the Dirigo Touch Pass smart cards a couple of years ago. I go to NYC about 2-3 times a year, so it will be great to have smart cards for all 3 transit systems that I regularly use. Hopefully you'll say where to purchase the OMNY cards in your upcoming video.
@ewaj.6260
@ewaj.6260 2 жыл бұрын
I wonder how secure is that system since MTA openly admit that share the collected information with other organizations for different purpose. It is not just convinced payment, it is giving away lots of information which are very private
@Aidan_Au
@Aidan_Au 2 жыл бұрын
Great great. It'd be more convenient. Thea, could you make a video about how to stay safe on subway and buses and other public transportation and share your safety tips? It looks like people are looking for the information since NYC subway is getting more unsafe.
@TheMannyx17
@TheMannyx17 Жыл бұрын
Reading more about it, this is pretty much a licensed Oyster system from TfL (London), it is actually deployed by Cubic, the same company that operates it on their behalf here.
@Bennyhsu
@Bennyhsu 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! I just discovered about using OMNY but I had no idea about fare capping. So I'm glad you explained it.
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! It just started a week ago. It's really great if you don't know how often you'll use the subway in a week. Hopefully they'll keep it permanent.
@hit9819
@hit9819 2 жыл бұрын
Ever since I got my first ever debit card in 2020 this has been a huge blessing for me like finally I don’t have to worry about if I have my Metrocard when my phone already is one lmao
@ac3115
@ac3115 2 жыл бұрын
Love the video! Love the flag of Ukraine! Love that you covered one of the most important points, it kinda "go backwards" now that fare capping is Monday through Sunday, while MetroCard can begin any day.
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
It's great for locals. I'm guessing the Mon-Sun thing is logistically easier 🤔 but I'm not a programmer.
@andreluiz02
@andreluiz02 Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for sharing these informative insights! This video is not only informative but also quite adorable and funny. Keep up the great work! 😄👍
@pratikghatake544
@pratikghatake544 Жыл бұрын
As per the website, OMNY card starts counting the rides from the first day of the use. Thyey dont consider Sunday to Saturday as week anymore.
@exarellopez3801
@exarellopez3801 2 жыл бұрын
What a such a GREAT video. I paid with card and apple pag and i didnt know why doesnt count the 12 rides... this is the best explaining video that i saw ❤️
@josephdragan7734
@josephdragan7734 Жыл бұрын
How does this work for senior discount fares?
@tnadg9521
@tnadg9521 Жыл бұрын
This video is very informative, easy to understand, concise and complete! I really appreciate your efforts.
@eltronics
@eltronics 2 жыл бұрын
Another fine job. Continue to keep us informed. Thanks!
@TripHacksDC
@TripHacksDC 2 жыл бұрын
I used OMNY readers with Google Pay and a contactless credit card last summer and it was super convenient. Also your animations are so good! I wish I was as talented to make these.
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I appreciate it.
@victorpena424
@victorpena424 2 жыл бұрын
Traveling to NYC in July of 2022. Will be taking train from Providence to Moynihan Train Hall. I bought tickets to Statue of Liberty and this video makes it easier to take subway trains as this will be my first official visit in the city taking public transportation. Tap to pay makes life so much easier
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like an exciting trip! I think summer is the best time to see the Statue of Liberty. I hope you have fun! 🚆🗽
@JeromeAHorne
@JeromeAHorne 2 жыл бұрын
Love your videos! So clear and easy to understand.
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them! Thanks for watching.
@nguyendang3194
@nguyendang3194 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this information I am be going to visited NYC in Janurary 21 of 2023 and this help me out a lot all it is using my phone to NFC on the train or bus and as long I have a valid debit or credit card I am good now I know thanks again
@brandenburgBBQ
@brandenburgBBQ Жыл бұрын
Hi Thea, many thanks for that video. It was very helpful to understand the OMNY System. I will ride next week to NYC at Thursday an will buy a metrocard with 7 day unlimited + airtrain fee form JFK. I see it's not an advantage to buy an OMNY card, if start my trip at Thursday. Great channel, go forward with that. 👍
@dT6E7hmja4iXjsJw
@dT6E7hmja4iXjsJw 2 жыл бұрын
6:07 I think (correct me if I'm wrong) that your credit card is charged only once per day regardless of the number of individual trips in that day. So one "Foreign fees" hit per day, not per journey.
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
That's good to know for other tourists!
@beagles1518
@beagles1518 2 жыл бұрын
Urban caffeine thank you so much for your geographical & transportation knowledge of NYC! I appreciated your video on dogs to! Your a kindhearted woman! NYC & 🐕 Dogs for life!
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 🐕
@BananaBLACK
@BananaBLACK Жыл бұрын
I am wondering about the PATH. they seem to have put no effort into phasing out the metrocard, and it is now 2023.
@jimlaregina
@jimlaregina 8 ай бұрын
Look at any American currency bill. It says, "This note is legal tender, for all debts, public and private." The city operates public transportation. Are you saying the government refuses to accept the nation's currency? If I want to pay for my subway ride, I can't pay the fare amount to an agent and be on my way, ticket in hand?
@davidlazarus67
@davidlazarus67 2 жыл бұрын
For tourists the Metrocard seems to be the better option, especially overseas tourists. Also making the OMNY card work for 7 days from first use would solve the problems for tourists arriving midweek for 7 days. Would the JFK and EWR air trains be included? What about LIRR? So could a tourist flying into JFK and using the Air train to get to the LIRR could use the same card?
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
Hi there! As complicated as the MetroCard can be, it's still a better option for some. Right now OMNY is just for the subway and buses. There are plans to expand it to the other commuter rails, but there isn't a clear timeline for that.
@davidlazarus67
@davidlazarus67 2 жыл бұрын
@@UrbanCaffeine Thanks. I shall continue to watch your videos as things develop. Is there any news on if the Metro-North Railroad will be included.
@Jfar31
@Jfar31 2 жыл бұрын
@@davidlazarus67 Yes OMNY suppose to be making there way to both metronorth and lirr. New vending machines will be installed by 2024-25.
@davidlazarus67
@davidlazarus67 2 жыл бұрын
@@Jfar31 any idea of the area cover by the MNR? Does it go as far as Bridgeport?
@Jfar31
@Jfar31 2 жыл бұрын
@@davidlazarus67 Yes the Bridgeport, Ct station runs on the New Haven line of MNR. So it's quite easy to travel to from Grand Central Terminal.
@davidwalker6717
@davidwalker6717 Жыл бұрын
Wondering if one device used 12 times on Monday, is rest of days are free rides this same week?? or have to use only 2 times per day to get free rides
@watch68321
@watch68321 Жыл бұрын
the video answers all my questions, nice illustration as well
@FrankG5874
@FrankG5874 2 жыл бұрын
New York finally is going contactless for public transportation. In Philadelphia as I use SEPTA and their contactless fare payment system is called SEPTA Key and can be used on SEPTA as the card is $4.95 plus add money into what is called a travel wallet and it costs $2 for a ride on the bus, trolley, and rapid transit plus you get one free transfer. But here in New Jersey we’re stuck in the 20th Century as NJ Transit you still pay or we still use tickets or passes, but we have an app where we could have our bus and train tickets on our smart phones. Wish that NJ Transit would get with the times.
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I'll have to try public transit in Philly at some point.
@kinlawkounts578
@kinlawkounts578 Жыл бұрын
***Tip for Tourists/Visitors:*** If visiting NY for a week and are arriving mid-week, purchase a 7-Day Unlimited Ride METROCARD instead of relying on OMNY fare-capping. As perfectly stated in the video, the OMNY fare-capping window begins Monday and ends Sunday. However, the METROCARD fare-capping window begins when you activate the card (e.g. can begin Wednesday and ends the following Tuesday) and is the better option.
@nickkienguyen1151
@nickkienguyen1151 Жыл бұрын
So to be correct the metro card also offer fare capping as well ?
@vibeuk2003
@vibeuk2003 Жыл бұрын
I hate the metro card.... Such a stupid system that barely works! So no thanks
@kinlawkounts578
@kinlawkounts578 Жыл бұрын
@@nickkienguyen1151 Correct. It offers unlimited rides for a set fee.
@SwRthe1
@SwRthe1 4 ай бұрын
So for two people it's cheaper to buy metro card and use it since omny isn't free for second person after 12 rides. Right?
@HarryPotterEncyclopedia
@HarryPotterEncyclopedia Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video! I am a New York native but my family moved in 2018 before OMNY was a thing. I come back every year or so, but still use unlimited 7 day Metro cards and was hesitant to use OMNY because I wasn’t 100% sure of fare-capping until they started having those signs on the subway. After watching this I finally understand it fully but now I’m concerned about not being able to use the Metro card for midweek to midweek trips after it gets discontinued :/ I’m also more of a fan of the Metro card material than the OMNY cards because solid cards take up more room in a wallet/phone case while the Metro was flexible, compact, and brightly colored for easy locating. Of course paying by phone is easier but I feel an OMNY card is good to have as an emergency backup for a dead phone battery, lost wallet, etc.
@michaelz.7140
@michaelz.7140 Жыл бұрын
I always hated the metro cards so flimsy and unreadable. try again try again try again. sometimes up to 5 times until i could pass the turnstile.
@joyeuse13videos
@joyeuse13videos 10 ай бұрын
So I don't need to download an app or create an account or anything? As long as I have a credit card in my Google Wallet, I just tap my phone, and that's it? *mind blown*
@zo62
@zo62 2 жыл бұрын
What about the monthly unlimited? Weekly fair capping is more expensive than the unlimited
@unclefuncledan
@unclefuncledan 2 жыл бұрын
Visiting tomorrow! Thank you so much for making this. Gorgeous animation with a great script.
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Have a great trip!
@lisaleete3859
@lisaleete3859 Жыл бұрын
For two passengers do I tap my credit card twice?? Or do I go though and hand my card back to whomever is riding with me?
@lisaleete3859
@lisaleete3859 Жыл бұрын
I assume if I tap twice it will give me two turns on the wheel?
@SPMask
@SPMask 2 жыл бұрын
I live in NY and I have to get use to this new way of commuting. On the plus side, when 2024 hits, no more hearing scammers say "$2 ride."
@patjohns4628
@patjohns4628 Жыл бұрын
Shouldn't I have received a new reduced fare card in the mail since mine expires on 7/31/23?
@vkendrick904
@vkendrick904 2 жыл бұрын
Love your channel. Already signed up for the OMNY card but not going to use it until the 7 or 40 day thing is added. I can wait, yes I can.
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! There are a few kinks with the card still. I actually have an ongoing ticket with their customer support cause I can't reload my card right now.
@blacar3270
@blacar3270 2 жыл бұрын
More great tips. I was going to pay for the 3 of us but will now get everyone an individual card. They'll make for great keepsakes.
@abbieadams6146
@abbieadams6146 Жыл бұрын
I still don't understand how to get the on my phone or how to use the bankcard?????
@susandale368
@susandale368 Жыл бұрын
Thank you only video that said can do up to 4 times traveling with 2 kids so didn’t want to set up apple pay on their phones.
@servetbay8083
@servetbay8083 Ай бұрын
I think this fare capping starting on Monday thing has changed and now it starts once you use it, right? my family and I are flying to NYC this morning(myself, wife 6 and 2 years old kids) should I buy Omny card for each of us? Or for just myself and my wife?
@Moonrokk
@Moonrokk 5 ай бұрын
If I'm with a family of 4, do I tap once and let the first person go, tap a second time and let the next person go, etc? Or tap 4 times consecutively and everyone just goes in after?
@kathleenblausey2784
@kathleenblausey2784 2 жыл бұрын
Love your videos! So much useful information, and easy to understand. Will be in nyc in June for first time, can’t wait to use all this information!
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
Have fun and good luck!
@bozoclown2098
@bozoclown2098 2 жыл бұрын
Would there be a restriction (covert and overt) helping prevent fare evasion by helping others by 'swiping' them in.
@bozoclown2098
@bozoclown2098 2 жыл бұрын
Will headquarters in Manhattan's Stone Street stop profiling commuters.
@EscapingtheEmptyNest
@EscapingtheEmptyNest 2 жыл бұрын
Great video as always Thea. So... for the q70 bus that leaves LGA and connects with the Subway, would we still have to get a ticket at the Kiosk, or do we just wave our credit card at the omny reader on the bus? And does the airtrain at JFK use the omny?
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
It's possible that the Q70 has an OMNY reader since it's a city bus. But I can't confirm.
@michaelw9285
@michaelw9285 2 жыл бұрын
As of April, don't trust that the AirTrain will accept OMNY - it caught me out on my return as I'd bought a MetroCard to go into the city, and then switched to OMNY.
@kevintorres9928
@kevintorres9928 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the info. I wonder how the senior citizens will get their discounts.
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
Hello there! It's announced that there will be a special OMNY card for seniors and other reduced-fare riders. Here's what they have on their website: new.mta.info/fares/reduced-fare/omny
@kevintorres9928
@kevintorres9928 2 жыл бұрын
@@UrbanCaffeine Thank you!
@pieceofpeace35
@pieceofpeace35 2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like this omny card has some frustrating and unnecessary limits and upcharges. Sticking with the metrocard for my upcoming trip.
@kunal217123
@kunal217123 Ай бұрын
Thanks for explaining the Multiple Riders - qq can I use a Mastercard (physical card) and Apple pay for 2 pax (on the same bank account) ?
@soapysoaptv6554
@soapysoaptv6554 Жыл бұрын
How to switch from Fair fare ( not Reduced for old Ones) to omny?
@ctn830
@ctn830 2 жыл бұрын
But it doesn’t accept Apple Cash😣
@troyfranco-rl1if
@troyfranco-rl1if Жыл бұрын
Traveling to NYC in a couple of weeks. Are MetroCards still able to be used in all the stations. Great video by the way.
@bozoclown2098
@bozoclown2098 2 жыл бұрын
Are they going to invalidate cards without notifications as with plastic MetroCard.
@faith6272
@faith6272 2 жыл бұрын
Hello please reply thanks, does every station have Omny device ? To tap.
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, all stations have an OMNY reader.
@with_love2963
@with_love2963 11 ай бұрын
Does union city fall under NY transportation, can I also use OMNY to travel by bus from Manhattan to Union City?
@cherylsikovitz
@cherylsikovitz Жыл бұрын
I am a senior and have a reduced card. How do I do this to get a omny app?
@BoiBuuK40
@BoiBuuK40 2 жыл бұрын
Whats gonna happen with the 7-day & 30-day unlimited?
@aaronlimitless
@aaronlimitless 2 жыл бұрын
My question is how does it work when you have kids? For example, they obviously don’t have their own payment method. How do you use tap to pay with kids? Or other people?
@conshyp
@conshyp Жыл бұрын
I am heading to NYC Friday with my 2 kids. If I want to pay for all 3 of us, how do I do that in one go so it allows all 3 of us to enter the turnstile? Videos I have seen show someone tapping their phone and entering immediately. Do I need to pass my phone back to my kids or do they come through the turnstile with me?? How does the machine know 3 of us are coming in when I tap? Thanks.
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine Жыл бұрын
Only one person can fit in the turnstile. If your kids are young they can just duck under without paying. But to pay for three people just tap once let one person through then tap again and let the second person through, etc.
@conshyp
@conshyp Жыл бұрын
thanks! @@UrbanCaffeine
@bozoclown2098
@bozoclown2098 2 жыл бұрын
A young man got up from sitting and he left a MetroCard on the seat. Looking at the card it was a SENIOR card. How will corruption be curtailed.
@LadyJay114
@LadyJay114 2 жыл бұрын
Also worth noting that in order to activate fare capping, your rides must start on a Monday. If you tap any other day of the week, you don't get the fare cap.
@nyc4life448
@nyc4life448 2 жыл бұрын
Everyday I pull the turnstile towards me, then step over the other one. This is called fare stepping. More people should look into that. Paying for horrible service makes no sense. Delays, stopping in between stops, leading to overcrowding, it's not worth it. Fare stepping saves me a lotta money.
@MaehiyaSOLDIER
@MaehiyaSOLDIER 2 жыл бұрын
@@nyc4life448 careful sir, Adams has his boys on the beat.
@Thevivison
@Thevivison 2 жыл бұрын
Is it true that you have to tab on Monday to get the fare cap? I hope not! OMNY mentions Monday as the start and Sunday as the end of a fare capping week. Rider could tab any time to get free drives after 12 paid rides within a week (Monday-Sunday).
@brianaaaaaa
@brianaaaaaa 2 жыл бұрын
so when you meet the 12 fares, how is it free? if that makes sense. cause i'm thinking when you meet your 12 fares and then it supposed to be free for you, when you go to enter the train will it charge your card or no?
@epr8974
@epr8974 Жыл бұрын
@@brianaaaaaa From what I've read, after twelve taps your subsequent taps with the exact same payment method will not be charged. And, like Thea said, only the first tap will be considered in case you're paying for multiple people.
@shaminaafrose5238
@shaminaafrose5238 Жыл бұрын
My omny is not working..to whom I should contact
@joymcleod9136
@joymcleod9136 2 жыл бұрын
Do they still have the metro card vans, in Brooklyn
@estefany1079
@estefany1079 Жыл бұрын
The best explanation. Thank you.
@bozoclown2098
@bozoclown2098 2 жыл бұрын
Will assistance and answers to questions be easy to obtain. Has a history of no feedback. So much gray area of corruption
@carolineabreu456
@carolineabreu456 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video. I don't live in the USA and I'm going with my husband in April to NYC. I would like to know if I can pay the ride with a debit card, or does only accept credit cards?
@mordymitrani4187
@mordymitrani4187 Жыл бұрын
My question is if I use my one device for my family of 3 will there fares also get capped after 12 more rides?
@kalani765
@kalani765 2 жыл бұрын
Any update on the fare capping? Our trip will be aug 18th!
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
Hey there. It's still in effect.
@jorgeatanasio
@jorgeatanasio Жыл бұрын
We love travelling to NYC on vacation at least once every two years. Metro Card is awesome, practical and a money saver, wouldn't have been easier to digitalize the Metro Card and leave the programms and benefits as they are..?. The OMNY fares and program fares suck..!. After Metro Card system is retired we would think twice before going back to NYC... 😢
@robertburns8999
@robertburns8999 9 ай бұрын
Hi, I'm visiting NYC soon from overseas, when using contactless bank card to make payments do you have to tap in at the start of your journey and out at destination, I'm just wondering how they know how much to charge you for your journey, any help would be great thanks
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 9 ай бұрын
Hey there. It's a flat rate of $2.90 at any distance.
@robertburns8999
@robertburns8999 9 ай бұрын
Thank you, your vids are excellent, well thought out and I find them extremely helpful 👍
@roanokejoe
@roanokejoe Жыл бұрын
Out of towner here. Can you just tap a credit card on busses and subways on the OMNY pad?
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine Жыл бұрын
Yes you can.
@with_love2963
@with_love2963 Жыл бұрын
Hello, i have two questions. 1. Is the omni still valid from monday to sunday or have they changed it so it can be used for free from wednesday to wednesday (or any other day of the week) after 12 rides. 2. I will be staying in Union City and I see that the 159 bus goes to Manhattan, is it covered by OMNY, will they charge me something extra? Tnx
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine Жыл бұрын
Hi. Yes, the OMNY fare cap starts on the day you first tap and keeps track for the next 7 days.
@sonyjose5323
@sonyjose5323 Жыл бұрын
Does path train has omny payment?
@miatrodden1331
@miatrodden1331 2 жыл бұрын
any update on the capping? Im moving to NY for the summer in a couple days
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
As far as I know it's still in effect.
@michaelwu4924
@michaelwu4924 2 жыл бұрын
I am still not clear. Are you saying we can now just tap our credit card and go!
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
Hi there. Yes, if your credit card has tap-and-pay capability you can use it to pay for the subway.
@thesashi
@thesashi Жыл бұрын
Hi. Thanks for your video, very helpful. Can I buy a Metrocard at JFK airport and just put USD20 on it? Thanks in advance.
@particleboy7757
@particleboy7757 Жыл бұрын
Yes. Metro cards can be bought at most subway entrance including the ones at JFK - specifically Jamaica and Howard beach stations.
@beatrizsalas7186
@beatrizsalas7186 2 жыл бұрын
Yo pague con mi targeta de debito en select bus y cuando se subio un inspector no supe como comprobar q pague y me dio un ticket, alluda x favor!
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
Lamento oirlo. La próxima vez puedes decirle que pagaste con una tarjeta de débito. El inspector debe tener un escáner de mano para verificar si usaste tu tarjeta para pagar. Aquí hay un tweet al respecto: twitter.com/NYCTSubway/status/1299767614034653185?s=20
@beatrizsalas7186
@beatrizsalas7186 2 жыл бұрын
Decepcion absoluta! Xq yo si le dije al inspector q pague con una tarjeta de debito, le enseñe mi aplicacion q tengo sobre mi banco pero x desgracia todavia no aparecia la prueba q yo pague (aparecio una hora despues) incluso me preguntaron q banco tenia , no me alludaron para nada , solo me bajaron y me dieron un ticket , pero muchas gracias x tu alluda xq para la próxima vez ya se q hacer.😘💞💖👌🎸🤘
@michaelrmurphy2734
@michaelrmurphy2734 2 жыл бұрын
So would a bank debit card work too? I see the VISA logo on the card reader there.
@UrbanCaffeine
@UrbanCaffeine 2 жыл бұрын
As long as your card has tap-and-pay capability (or NFC).
@FlixCreEightR
@FlixCreEightR Жыл бұрын
The prices for rides in NY are insane! U get more for your buck in LA
@isaiaho8964
@isaiaho8964 2 жыл бұрын
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