Paying for the New York Subway Using OMNY (plus how fare capping can save you money)
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Paying for the New York subway and buses is soon changing. The MTA is currently phasing out the MetroCard in favor of the OMNY readers which have been released in 2019. OMNY is the tap-and-go payment system by the MTA (also known as NFC near field communication), a new smart ticketing system for public transport. It's basically the MTA's contactless payment system where you can pay directly with your phone, credit card, or other smart device.
By some estimate, NYC commuters have about another 2 years to make this transition. So that we're not so far behind the times, in this video we are going to talk about the plans for these OMNY readers (aka tap-and-pay or NFC), how to use the OMNY system and the types of payments that are available, explain how fare capping works, how transfers work with the OMNY (does the omny have transfers?), how multiple riders can use the OMNY and how fare capping works with multiple rides, and some notes for tourists who are thinking about using the OMNY readers (because the OMNY might not be the best way to pay for transportation depending on your situation).
While there is no OMNY weekly pass or OMNY unlimited, there is a pilot program right now called fare capping.
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00:00 Introduction
00:49 OMNY Plan
01:35 Using the OMNY Reader
02:18 Fare and Fare Capping
04:03 Transfers
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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
@Urban caffeine you make nice videos, lovely voice. You really love nyc, I live in the Bronx. Nice channel
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
She explained this better than all the info from mta combined... Thank God I found this im struggling
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!
I work with OMNY and this is by far the best explained video on here. Keep it up
Thanks for making this introductory video? It's helpful to me, especially to include some special case illustrations!
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)😄
Glad it was helpful! Have a great trip!
@@UrbanCaffeine Thank you👍🏻
Another fine job. Continue to keep us informed. Thanks!
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.
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.
Thank you for including the foreign fee info! I still have my Metro Card from when I visited in 1999. LOL
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 ❤️
Great video! I just discovered about using OMNY but I had no idea about fare capping. So I'm glad you explained it.
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.
This video is very informative, easy to understand, concise and complete! I really appreciate your efforts.
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!
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! 😄👍
Great video.
I'm going to the US and NY for the first time in April and found your videos really helpful.
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Love your videos! So clear and easy to understand.
Glad you like them! Thanks for watching.
So helpful. So glad that I’ve found your channel. It’s BRILLIANT!! YOU are brilliant.
Thanks so much! I'm glad you're enjoying the content. 😊
the video answers all my questions, nice illustration as well
Visiting tomorrow! Thank you so much for making this. Gorgeous animation with a great script.
Thank you! Have a great trip!
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!
Have fun and good luck!
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
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. : )
Always a pleasure! Thanks 😊
@@UrbanCaffeine No problem and thanks for replying. : )
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.
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!
Thank you! 🐕
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.
The best explanation. Thank you.
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. 👍
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.
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.
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
Sounds like an exciting trip! I think summer is the best time to see the Statue of Liberty. I hope you have fun! 🚆🗽
Great information thank you!
Thanks for making this video
Great video. Thank you.
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
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.
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
New and different thanks 👍😊
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."
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.
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.
@@UrbanCaffeine our fares for Singapore for students is 64 cents
@@SG3086X Wow 🤯 That's incredible!
@@UrbanCaffeine and make a video on Singapore transport
@@UrbanCaffeine and there is a pdf for fares www.sbstransit.com.sg/Uploads/helpful_information/D15143%20PTC%20Fare%20Review%20Exercise%202021_Flyer_FA3.pdf
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
It's great for locals. I'm guessing the Mon-Sun thing is logistically easier 🤔 but I'm not a programmer.
Great video!
Thank you!
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.
Great info, as always dear Thea! Linking a foreign card has extra charges? That sounds strange. Perhaps then they should also add PayPal and other options to avoid this. Thanx for another awesome, informative video!
Thanks for watching! Some banks change a foreign fee, some don't. It depends on the card.
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.
Thanks Thea. 🤗👍🏻😉
You're welcome! Thanks for watching.
Traveling to NYC in a couple of weeks. Are MetroCards still able to be used in all the stations. Great video by the way.
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.
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.
Thank you! I appreciate it.
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?
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.
Thanks! I'll have to try public transit in Philly at some point.
Would there be a restriction (covert and overt) helping prevent fare evasion by helping others by 'swiping' them in.
Thanks!
You're welcome. And thanks for the tip!
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?
It's possible that the Q70 has an OMNY reader since it's a city bus. But I can't confirm.
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.
Does union city fall under NY transportation, can I also use OMNY to travel by bus from Manhattan to Union City?
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Sounds like this omny card has some frustrating and unnecessary limits and upcharges. Sticking with the metrocard for my upcoming trip.
How does this work for senior discount fares?
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... 😢
Do they still have the metro card vans, in Brooklyn
Grest video!
Thanks for the video! So to be clear, fare capping means if you use the same card all week for 12 consecutive rides, the following week is free?
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?
I still don't understand how to get the on my phone or how to use the bankcard?????
Thank you for the info. I wonder how the senior citizens will get their discounts.
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
@@UrbanCaffeine Thank you!
Are they going to invalidate cards without notifications as with plastic MetroCard.
Hi! super useful video, i'll be visiting NYC on March 2023, do you know if the metro card will be still working? 'cause as you said it's more convenient the metro card than OMNY if you arrive at mid week (like me) as a tourist. Greetings from Chile!
Hi there. Yes, they moved back the phase out of the MetroCard. It'll be around for another year.
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
Whats gonna happen with the 7-day & 30-day unlimited?
My question is if I use my one device for my family of 3 will there fares also get capped after 12 more rides?
any update on the capping? Im moving to NY for the summer in a couple days
As far as I know it's still in effect.
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?
What about the monthly unlimited? Weekly fair capping is more expensive than the unlimited
How to switch from Fair fare ( not Reduced for old
Ones) to omny?
Question…I️ know it says choose the same method of payment with fare capping but it I️ have the same CC on my watch and on my phone if I️ use both does it have to by my watch or my phone or will that recognize both as the same since it’s not the same as using an actual CC. I️ want to say it would have to be one device only but it was not 100% sure.
Hi there. Your CC on your phone counts as one, and your CC on your watch is another method (even if it's the same CC).
I am wondering about the PATH. they seem to have put no effort into phasing out the metrocard, and it is now 2023.
I am a senior and have a reduced card. How do I do this to get a omny app?
Shouldn't I have received a new reduced fare card in the mail since mine expires on 7/31/23?
if you pay for multiple people on your card for the subway, will transfers for all of them be free?
Hi,
May I ask if the OMNY be used at the Roosevelt tramway too?
Thank you
Last I used it, they don't use OMNY. And there hasn't been any updates lately. You'll have to use a MetroCard.
Any update on the fare capping? Our trip will be aug 18th!
Hey there. It's still in effect.
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
Hey there. It's a flat rate of $2.90 at any distance.
Thank you, your vids are excellent, well thought out and I find them extremely helpful 👍
Anyone know east village hôtel ? i come to NY in september for the first time .
Are OMNY physical cards available at LaGaurdia Airport Thea? I'm coming in late May from Monday through Saturday so I can use one OMNY card, I think.
Hi. Right now the only place to get an OMNY card is at select convenience stores. I'm not sure what the status will be in May. If you can't get an OMNY card, you can use a MetroCard or pay directly with a credit card.
Is the omny nation wide or just NY like can i pay with my card in any state?
Just with NY. It's possible that other states are looking into accepting card directly. I know NJ is.
How will this work on LIRR and MNRR? Will there be turnstiles to go in and out and charge you accordingly?
Hopefully they'll come up with a seamless solution. Or maybe they won't ultimately adapt to OMNY. 🤷♀️
The prices for rides in NY are insane! U get more for your buck in LA
Hi. Thanks for your video, very helpful.
Can I buy a Metrocard at JFK airport and just put USD20 on it?
Thanks in advance.
Yes. Metro cards can be bought at most subway entrance including the ones at JFK - specifically Jamaica and Howard beach stations.
My omny is not working..to whom I should contact
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
Hi. Yes, the OMNY fare cap starts on the day you first tap and keeps track for the next 7 days.
***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.
So to be correct the metro card also offer fare capping as well ?
I hate the metro card.... Such a stupid system that barely works! So no thanks
@@nickkienguyen1151 Correct. It offers unlimited rides for a set fee.
OMNY is great. But, I still had to get a metro card to use PATH. Will the 2 subway systems ever be integrated with OMNY ? I unknowingly wasted money on the PATH train because it charged me for more than 1 ride.
Maybe one day. But I don't expect something like that to happen right away.
For multi travelers - Do I need to pass my phone to the person behind me after I go through the turnstile? Or do I scan my phone twice and the turnstile will turn twice?
One tap per person, one at a time. So yes, pass your phone to the next person.
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So would a bank debit card work too? I see the VISA logo on the card reader there.
As long as your card has tap-and-pay capability (or NFC).
Is there an omny app or does the scanner just remember ur card number and know when u hit the 12th day t9 give u free rides?
So far I haven't seen a mobile app, but you can keep track online. If you go to OMNY.info you can create an account. If you add your credit card as a travel card, you can keep track of your "taps" for the week.