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They’re holding on to their MetroCards, as OMNY ends an era

New Yorkers who rely on the MetroCard for more than swipes and dips are grudgingly bracing for the transit system’s familiar ...

End of the line for NYC subway MetroCards. How do OMNY cards work?

Beginning in 2026, New York City subways will transition away from MetroCards to OMNY cards. Here's how it will work.
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NY subway ends MetroCard era, switches fully to tap-and-go payments

The last day to buy or refill a MetroCard is Dec. 31, 2025, as the transit system fully transitions to OMNY, a contactless ...

Here's what you need to know about LIRR fare changes that begin Jan. 4

Long Island commuters will experience fare changes in 2026, including new ticket options and fare evasion measures, as the ...

New York Is Fighting Subway Fare Skippers With Spikes And Paddles

People on the NYC subway have been skipping paying their fares for a long time now, but the MTA is finally clamping down on ...
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New York Subway Ends its MetroCard

The MetroCard, a fixture of New York City transit for more than three decades, is nearing the end of its run. The ...

What to know about the OMNY system as NYC says goodbye to MetroCard this week

The future is OMNY, the contactless fare system for the MTA. That means you have to use Apple Pay on your smartphone or Apple ...