Metro Micro offers $1 rideshares around L.A. Metro Micro is offering on-demand service in the L.A. area for just $1 per ride. The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority is now offering an on-demand ride-share service in the Los Angeles area for just $1 per ride with its Metro Micro program.
What is a MetroCard & how does it work?
The MetroCard is a thin, credit-card sized farecard made of (cheap) plastic. It has been the farecard for the subway for many decades, but is being replaced by the new contactless OMNY system mentioned earlier. The MetroCard machines will disappear completely in 2024, but you can still use the MetroCard until late 2024.
How much does a metro ride cost?
College or vocational students can pay up to $43 for a monthly pass and K-12 can pay up to $24. Metro offers discounted ride rates for eligible riders. The Low-Income Fare is Easy (LIFE) program determines eligibility based on household size and annual income. Rates range from free for 20 local rides to $24 for a regular monthly pass.
