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NOTE: Students and Employees who do not receive their fare card within five (5) business days of the date they registered online should contact: Marie.Sutthoff@uc.edu or telephone: 513-556-4319.
UC*Metro Program
Two Fare Card Options Now Available
UC and Metro have added a second discounted ride option (called EZ Ride) for eligible riders. When registering for the UC*Metro Program, eligible students and employees may choose either the EZ Ride Fare Card or the UC Metro Fare Card, depending upon what transportation option best meets their individual need. Those who are eligible to participate in the UC*Metro Program are eligible to choose either card option. Both the EZ Ride Fare Card and the UC Metro Fare Card are valid for the same time period and for unlimited rides per day.
Which Fare Card Makes the Most 'Cents' for You?
Be sure to consider your travel needs and patterns when you choose your fare card.
- Where do you travel on Metro -- always in Zone 1 (City of Cincinnati), or do you travel beyond the City limits into Zones 2 through 5?
- How often do you travel on Metro -- almost every day or only occasionally?
Review the explanation and comparison chart below to be sure you choose the fare card that gives you the best ride for your transportation dollars.
- EZ Ride Card - The new EZ Ride Card is free to obtain and requires that the eligible rider pay $1.00 per ride when swiping the card upon entering a Metro bus. The EZ Ride Card also permits the rider to purchase transfers ($0.50 each), and unlike the UC Metro Card, there are no additional zone charges required when traveling in Zones 2 through 5.
- UC Metro Card - The UC Metro Card option did not change, and it functions just the same as it has all year. It requires payment at registration of $40 by Students and $120 by Employees; AND payment of $0.25 per ride for all rides in Zone 1. Rider must pay Zone Fees from $0.90 to $2.50 per ride when riding in Zones 2 through 5. Rider cannot purchase/use transfers.
Comparison Chart of the
EZ Ride Card and UC Metro Card Terms
|
UC STUDENT |
|
UC EMPLOYEE |
||
Card Type |
EZ RIDE |
UC METRO |
|
EZ RIDE |
UC METRO |
Online Registration Required |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Yes |
Yes |
Cost of |
Free |
$40.00 |
|
Free |
$120.00 |
Cost of Replacement Fare Card |
$50.00 |
$50.00 |
|
$50.00 |
$50.00 |
Payment Required with Each Ride |
$1.00 |
$0.25 |
|
$1.00 |
$0.25 |
Must Pay Zone Fees |
No |
Yes |
|
No |
Yes |
Able to Buy/Use Transfers |
Yes |
No |
|
Yes |
No |
| Number of Rides Per Day |
Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | |
Valid for Winter Term |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Yes |
Yes |
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The UC*Metro Program has been extended through the 2011-2012 Academic Year. EZ Ride Fare Cards and UC*Metro Fare Cards will be issued as follows and will be valid for the days indicated in the chart below:
| Term | 1st Day Valid | Last Day Valid | Number of Days Fare Cards are Valid | Fare Card Registration Costs per Quarter Term |
|
| EZ Ride | UC*Metro | ||||
| Autumn Qtr 2011 | 9/21/11 | 1/2/12 | 104 Days | No Charge | $40/Student $120/Employee |
| Winter Qtr 2012 | 1/3/12 | 3/25/12 | 83 Days | No Charge | $40/Student $120/Employee |
| Spring Qtr 2012 | 3/26/12 | 6/17/12 | 84 Days | No Charge |
$40/Student $120/Employee |
| Summer Qtr 2012 | 6/18/12 | 8/26/12 | 70 Days |
No Charge | $40/Student $120/Employee |
NOTE: Registration for Fare Cards is offered for only one Academic Term at a time. Fare Cards are valid for the Academic Term for which they are issued.
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Announcements
REGISTER HERE FOR SPRING 2012 FARE CARDS
UC students and staff must register for each new academic term. Spring cards will be required on Metro beginning March 26, 2012.
LAST DAY OF USE FOR WINTER 2012 FARE CARDS IS SUNDAY, MARCH 25, 2012.
UC Metro Card |
|
Zones |
|
Metro - Zone 1 |
$0.25 |
Metro - Zone 2 |
$1.15 |
Metro - HARRISON |
$1.50 |
Metro - Zone 4 |
$2.00 |
| Metro - CLERMONT (see: Fare Increase for Clermont County) as of Nov. 1, 2011: (To/from/within Clermont County, OH) Routes: 28 Milford, 29X, and 82X |
$2.25 per Ride |
Metro - Zone 5 |
$2.75 |
ACCESS Transportation Riders - Special Note:
UC students and employees who are eligible to use Access Transportation must apply each academic term and should choose the EZ Ride Card option.
Transportation through Access will require eligible riders to show their EZ Ride Fare Card, in addition to presenting the appropriate Access ride ticket and their Access ID, and paying the appropriate Zone fee.
Please follow this link to read about the Access procedures.
The UC Student and Employee Disability Services Offices at UC Uptown Campus, UC Blue Ash College and UC Clermont College may also assist eligible individuals in completing these online requirements.
Personalized Photo Fare Cards
The EZ Ride and UC*Metro photo fare cards display the UC rider's name and their UC ID photo on the face of the fare card. Sharing of a fare card is not permitted; it may not be used by anyone except the individual to whom it is issued; misuse may result in confiscation and ineligibility for further program participation. If you do not possess a valid UC Photo ID, you will not be able to receive a fare card.
After I Register, How Will I Receive My Personalized Photo Fare Card?
Whether you register for the EZ Ride Card or the UC Metro Card, your Fare Card will be sent by Metro via the US Postal Service to the address you provide on your registration form. The accuracy of your address is very important. If you live in a multi-unit building, be certain to include your apartment number and have your name listed on your mailbox.
Please be aware that postal holidays will affect the delivery of mail. If you do not receive your card within five business days after the date you registered, please contact: Marie.Sutthoff@uc.edu.