Frequently Asked Questions
General Information
Can I tap and ride for my Access-A-Ride paratransit trips?
Can I tap and ride for my Access-A-Ride paratransit trips?
Yes, you can use your Access-A-Ride (AAR) OMNY Card as a payment method for paratransit rides. The reservation process stays the same. Make sure your AAR OMNY Card has funds and is linked to your account. Learn more about OMNY for Access-A-Ride.
Eligible customers can also use their AAR OMNY Card for up to four free rides daily on MTA subways, buses, Staten Island Railway, and the Roosevelt Island Tram.
Does AirTrain JFK accept tap and ride?
Does AirTrain JFK accept tap and ride?
Yes. Tap your contactless credit or debit card, smart device, or OMNY Card at AirTrain Howard Beach or Jamaica stations to pay the fare.
You can pay for up to four riders. If it’s your first time using a card or device to tap and ride, you may need to wait about a minute before you can tap again.