Fare Ambassadors randomly board the trains at either end of the car and work their way to the middle asking every rider for proof they've paid their fare. If you have not tapped your ORCA card before boarding, it will not show as a valid fare when checked. Riders who don't have valid proof of payment get a warning.
Can you tap ORCA card twice for two people?
ORCA cards cannot be tapped multiple times on a single journey and each rider must tap their own ORCA card.
Can you get money back from ORCA card?
You may not redeem ORCA Cards and ORCA Products for money or any product or service other than an applicable transportation service provided by an ORCA Agency. Sales of ORCA Products are final and nonrefundable, except for the limited refund of E-purse value available in accordance with sections 4 and 7.
Can you tap ORCA card on phone?
Your phone cannot currently function as your ORCA card. You still need an ORCA card to pay your fare. Tap-to-pay functionality using the app will be available for riders starting in 2023, but is not currently an option.
Do I need to tap off ORCA card?
There's no need to tap off when riding the bus. If you're transferring to another bus, just tap on when you board the next time within two hours. ORCA will automatically calculate the transfer cost.
What happens if I don’t pay train fare?
If your Penalty Fare Notice remains unpaid, your case will transfer over to our Prosecutions department, and you may be prosecuted under criminal law.
How to get a free ORCA card in Seattle?
Apply for a cardApply over the phone by calling CHAP at 800-756-5437 and your card will be mailed to you. If you qualify, there is no initial fee for the ORCA LIFT card but you will need to load your card with funds to ride transit. Youth 18 and under are able to ride most transit in our region at no cost.
Can an ORCA card have a negative balance?
Yes, in the new ORCA card system, if you don't have enough money to cover your next trip, the ORCA card will allow you to travel with a negative balance of up to -$2.75. Read more tips for using this new feature.
Are Seattle buses still free?
Sound Transit requires fares on all buses and trains, except for youth 18 and under. Use your ORCA card or the Transit GO Ticket app for touch-free payment.
Can you go negative on ORCA card?
Yes, in the new ORCA card system, if you don't have enough money to cover your next trip, the ORCA card will allow you to travel with a negative balance of up to -$2.75.
What happens if you forget to tap off ORCA card?
Do you need an ORCA card to ride the bus in Seattle?
The easiest way to pay for your ride is with an ORCA card, which you can purchase at a ticket machine. Ticket machines accept cash and credit/debit cards such as Visa or MasterCard. Or buy a ticket on your phone with the Transit GO Ticket app. Buses also accept exact cash fares.
How much is the penalty fare?
A Penalty Fare is £100 plus the price of the full single fare applicable for your intended journey. However, if it is paid within 21 days, the Penalty Fare is reduced to £50 plus the price of the single fare applicable.
What is a penalty fare notice?
If a passenger gets on a train without a valid ticket at a station where ticket facilities are available, they may be issued with a Penalty Fare Notice by a ticket inspector who has been appointed as an 'authorised collector'.
Do you tap on and off ORCA card?
Tap on.When you reach your destination, make sure you tap off and listen for the two beeps. On buses, tap the reader by the driver when you board. On the T Line, tap your ORCA card on the yellow card reader before you board. No need to tap off a ride on the bus or the T Line.
What happens if you don t pay a negative balance on a debit card?
Failure to pay an overdraft fee could lead to a number of negative consequences. The bank could close your account, take collection or other legal action against you, and even report your failure to pay, which may make it difficult to open checking accounts in the future.
Do Seattle buses have tap to pay?
On buses, tap the reader by the driver when you board. On the T Line, tap your ORCA card on the yellow card reader before you board. No need to tap off a ride on the bus or the T Line.
Can I ride the bus for free in Washington?
As of September 1, 2022, people age 18 and younger can take transit for free thanks to Move Ahead Washington, a statewide transportation funding package.
What happens if I have a negative balance on my card?
It appears as a negative account balance. This means that your credit card company owes you money instead of the other way around. Typically, this happens when you've overpaid your outstanding balance or if you've had a credit returned to your account.
What happens if you go negative on your card?
The Bottom LineIt's not often that you'll have a negative balance on your credit card, but don't fret if it happens. If you use the card for everyday purchases, you can get that money back simply by making purchases—the card issuer will cover them until you reach a $0 balance.
Is a penalty fare a fine?
About Penalty FaresA Penalty Fare is an exceptional fare charged if you do not comply with the normal ticket purchasing rules without good reason. It is not a fine.