Choose the payment option that works best for you. GCTD offers several convenient ways to pay when riding fixed-route buses.
Which payment option is right for you?
Paying for one ride?
Tap2Ride: Tap a contactless card or mobile wallet when boarding.
Exact Cash: Pay your fare when boarding. Drivers do not make change.
Riding Regularly?
VCbuspass: Use a regional transit card/pass accepted on GCTD fixed-route buses.
GCTD Passes: Choose from available day, multi-ride, or 31-day fare options.
Tap2Ride: Tap a contacless card or mobile wallet when boarding.
Prefer your phone?
Mobile Tickets: Purchase and use your fare through the Token Transit app.
Tap2Ride: Tap a contacless card or mobile wallet when boarding.
Ways To Pay At a Glance
| Payment Method | Best For | What You Need | Pay When? |
| Tap2Ride (NEW) | Quick, occasional trips, regular/regional riders | Contactless card or mobile wallet | When boarding |
| VCbuspass | Regular/regional riders | VCbuspass card or mobile pass | Before boarding |
| Token Transit | Riders who prefer their phone | Smartphone + app | Before boarding |
| GCTD Passes | Frequent riders | Valid pass | Before boarding |
| Cash | Riders paying with cash | Exact fare only | When boarding |
Before You Board
Have your fare ready before boarding.
- Tap2Ride: Look for the yellow reader.
- Cash: Exact fare required.
- Mobile Tickets: Have your activated ticket ready.
- Reduced Fares: Have your required ID/pass available.
Questions About Paying Your Fare?
Were here to help.
- Contact GCTD Customer Service for assistance with fares, passes, payment options, or Tap2Ride.
- Call: 805-487-4222
- Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
