Sunday, March 1, 2026, is the last day CharmCard can be used for travel on Local Bus, Light Rail, and Metro Subway.

MTA is modernizing its fare collection system, replacing equipment that is more than 20 years old. CharmCards are not accepted on the new system. For more information about this transition, please visit mta.maryland.gov/charmcard.

Please use any remaining balance on your CharmCard before March 1. You can check your balance at a Metro Subway or Light Rail Ticket Vending Machine.

To continue riding seamlessly, download the CharmPass mobile app and create an account. It's the most convenient payment option for all MTA services.

Additional payment options are still available. Buy single rides and day passes with cash or tokens at the Bus or Metro Subway Fareboxes.

Single rides, day passes, weekly passes, and monthly passes can also be purchased at Ticket Vending Machines using cash, debit, or credit card.

Buy weekly and monthly passes with cash, debit, or credit card at the MTA Transit Store and Walk-in Vendors.

For balance transfers to other fare products or for assistance after March 1, please visit the MTA Transit Store in person located at 6 St Paul St, Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 4 pm.

Thank you for riding with MTA as we modernize our system to serve you better.