Starting June 29, ZERO Fares on Ride On, Ride On ext Ra, Ride On Flex, and Flash Buses
All Montgomery County youth ages 18 and under ride FREE all the time on Ride On buses, including Ride On ext Ra , Ride On Flex and Flash.
for Montgomery County residents ages 5 to 18 (older if still in high school)
All student riders should use the Youth Cruiser card for free rides.
School IDs can still be used through December 31, 2025.
Effective January 1, 2026, the Youth Cruiser SmarTrip card use is
mandatory for free rides on Metrobuses. Metrobus operators enforce fare payment.
We encourage all students to obtain and use their Youth Cruiser cards ASAP.
See instructions for lost or stolen Youth Cruiser cards.
See the list of Metro bus routes that are covered under the Kids Ride Free program.
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