Transit service WeGo now accepts touchless payments.
Nashville, Tennessee - WeGo Public Transit has introduced a new contactless payment system, making public transit quicker, simpler, and more accessible for residents and visitors. The new system allows riders to pay fares by tapping a credit card, debit card, or mobile device equipped with the contactless payment symbol at the bus fare reader.
The contactless system accepts various payment options, including contactless credit/debit cards and mobile wallets such as Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay. It is compatible with Visa, Mastercard, and Discover.
Key aspects of this system include automatic fare capping, ensuring that riders never pay more than necessary, with a daily cap around $4 on local bus services. Once the cap is reached, no further charges are made, making transit more affordable for frequent riders.
Riders must tap their own card or device individually, and to prevent "card clash," they are advised to remove their card from wallets or card holders when paying. Youth and discount riders are encouraged to use the existing QuickTicket app or reloadable card, which also offers fare capping and additional features like ride tracking.
Exact cash and QuickTicket remain accepted on fixed-route buses and WeGo Star trains for those who prefer them or have discount eligibility. WeGo CEO Steve Bland stated that the QuickTicket app and reloadable card are still great for regular riders.
Nashville Mayor Freddie O'Connell stated that making riding transit more convenient and accessible leads to increased ridership. Nashvillians voted for more convenient transportation options with the Choose How You Move initiative. Nashville MTA Board Member Jessica Dauphin aims to create more opportunities for Nashville residents and visitors to confidently choose the bus.
The contactless system streamlines payment by eliminating the need for exact cash, paper tickets, or app downloads, making boarding faster and more convenient across all WeGo fixed-route services, express routes, and the WeGo Star commuter rail. The goal is to build a transit system that feels easy, accessible, and inviting for everyone on WeGo Public Transit.
With the new contactless payment system, anyone can ride the buses even at the last minute. The easier it is to pay for WeGo Public Transit, the more people will use it for their daily commute or leisure activities. All-day travel for $4 is available with contactless payment when riding local bus service.
In summary, the contactless system is a significant step forward in making WeGo Public Transit more convenient and accessible, encouraging more people to use public transit for their daily commute or leisure activities.
- Nashville residents and visitors now have multiple options for paying fares on WeGo Public Transit, including rail, bus, and transportation via contactless technology, such as Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay.
- The new contactless payment system on WeGo Public Transit accepts various payments, including credit/debit cards and mobile wallets, and offers automatic fare capping to prevent overpaying, aiming to make transit more affordable for frequent riders.
- The contactless payment system removes the need for exact cash, paper tickets, or app downloads, streamlining the boarding process and making public transit more accessible, convenient, and inviting for everyone using WeGo Public Transit.
