Can you swipe twice with OMNY?
You can tap up to four times within an hour with your phone, card, or OMNY card. Meaning you can tap yourself, and three others, too. So if you are a family of five or more with just one device or card, you will need to acquire another.
How long until I can swipe my MetroCard again?
Unlimited Ride MetroCard Cannot be used again at the same subway station or the same bus route for at least 18 minutes. Cannot be used by or transferred to another person until the completion of a trip for which entry was obtained.
How many times can you transfer with OMNY?
Each payment method can support up to 4 riders and 4 free transfers on a single trip. Can I switch between my contactless card and my smart device during my trip? Important: You must use the same payment method throughout each individual trip to qualify for benefits like free transfers.
Does OMNY count transfers?
One difference between MetroCard and OMNY is that your free transfer will not be confirmed at the OMNY reader. If your trip qualifies for a free transfer, you will not be charged for that trip. You can register for an OMNY account or sign in to view your trips and charges.
Can I use unlimited MetroCard on OMNY?
As a result of the new OMNY system, New York City riders will no longer have to choose between buying a weekly MetroCard or paying per ride. They just have to use the same card or device for all trips.
How often can you swipe your MetroCard?
Unlimited Ride fares cannot be used more than once every 18 minutes. This is designed to prevent fraudulent use of the card by multiple people. Subway station agents cannot override the 18-minute rule—you must wait for the time to expire.
Can you do a monthly pass with OMNY?
Currently, OMNY users are only allowed to use the tap-and-go system for single rides, which cost $2.75. As a result, frequent OMNY users are unable to reap the monetary benefits of weekly and monthly MetroCards, priced at $33 and $127 respectively.