Reduced Fares for Students K-12
If your school doesn’t currently have GoPass, Reduced Fare TAP cards offer another way for K-12 students to save on fare.
Do you qualify?
Student riders must be under 21 and enrolled in an elementary, middle or high school in Los Angeles County. Apply online any time during the current school term.
Here's What You Get
Reduced Fare TAP Card
A Reduced Fare TAP card is your key to fare discounts. TAP is a reloadable fare card that offers a convenient way to pay on Metro. TAP can also be used to pay fare with 26 other transit agencies across LA County.
Discounted Fare
One-way fare is 75 cents.
Daily Cap
Never pay more than $2.50 a day.
7-Day Cap
Ride all week, and never pay more than $6.
Free Transfers
Transfers on Metro are free within two hours when you pay with TAP — roundtrips not included.
Transfer to non-Metro buses within 2.5 hours for an additional charge; varies by transit agency and requires Stored Value.
Already have a Metro discount?
You may be able to combine other discounts, such as the LIFE program, with student Reduced Fare benefits.
Prefer to sign up in person?
You can sign up in person at any Metro Customer Center (same-day processing available). Make sure you have the required documents and photo of yourself in the correct size.
Student K-12 application and requirements:
More Ways to Save
- Check here to see if your school participates in the GoPass program.
- The Low Income Fare is Easy (LIFE) program provides qualifying riders with savings on fare when riding Metro and other participating transit across LA County. LIFE includes benefits such as 20 free rides every month, and more.
- If you frequently ride Metro in combination with other transit systems, the EZ Transit Pass could provide additional savings.
