Pay by cash or token or EZfare. One way fares offer occasional riders flexibility on fixed-route buses.
Buy a 1-Day Pass for 24 hours of unlimited rides on our fixed route buses (valid until the end of the day they are activated on). Ideal for visitors exploring the area.
Hop on our fixed route buses as often as needed for a 30-Day period. Ideal for regular riders.
If you use more than one bus route to reach your destination, ask your bus driver for a transfer card. Transfers on our fixed-route services are free and valid for 90 minutes from the time they are issued. A transfer can't be used for a return trip on the same route.
Transfers may not be used to connect between TheRide’s fixed-route service and the following services:
TheRide offers discounts for eligible individuals on select transportation services. Eligibility may be based on age, income level, or disability. TheRide also works with local businesses to offer employer-sponsored discount programs.
Find out if your employer participates in getDowntown's go!pass program. This program provides unlimited use of TheRide's fixed route buses and discounts on other commuter services to qualified individuals.
TheRide works closely with academic institutions in the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti area to create sponsored programs for students, faculty, and staff.