Click to learn more about this service alert: I-70 Improvement Project Reroutes  Construction Detour Beginning Monday, February 9, until December of 2027, the 18 Indiana and 27 27th Street will reroute for the I-70 Improvement Project.

Click to learn more about this service alert: KCK Transit Services for World Cup  Additional Service Travel from KCK to World Cup festivities with expanded services: later IRIS service, extended service on 101, 102, 104, 107 and Legends Loop, and Connect KC26 shuttles.

Click to learn more about this service alert: FIFA Fan Fest Reroute  Detour Beginning Thursday, June 11, until July 13, RideKC buses 27, 85 and 201 will reroute for the FIFA Fan Fest.

Click to learn more about this service alert: Holmes Bridge Construction Reroutes  Construction Detour Due to the bridge construction at 14th and Holmes, the Troost MAX, 23 23rd Street, and 29 Blue Ridge Limited will reroute. This is expected to last until August 2026.

Click to learn more about this service alert: 18th Street Bridge Construction  Construction Detour Beginning Monday, March 3, until fall 2027 the 402 Johnson-Quivira, and the 118 8th Street will reroute for the 18th Street Bridge construction.

Click to learn more about this service alert: Troost MAX Reroutes for Bridge Construction  Construction Detour Beginning Monday, May 18, until September 15, the Troost MAX will rereoute for the U.S. 71 at Bannister Road for bridge replacement project.

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Here is some information about the upcoming introduction of fares and passes for RideKC transit services.

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Service Bulletin | Bus Fares Return June 1, 2026

New Fares, More Ways to Pay, Same Commitment to Connecting Kansas City

What's Changing

The Details

For several years, RideKC bus service has operated fare-free. Starting June 1, 2026, fares will return to the system.

The goal of the new program:

Maintain Reliable Service

Flexible Payment

Easy & Predictable Fares

KC Streetcars Are Free

Fare Prices

For a Fair Price

$2 Single Ride

$4 Day Pass

$20 Weekly Pass

$62.50 Monthly Pass

Reduced fares will be available for eligible riders. Additional details about pricing and eligibility will be posted before the launch date.

Ways to Pay

Flexibility for You

RideKC will offer several convenient ways to pay for your ride.

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  • Riders can tap a Visa, Mastercard, or Discover credit card, debit card, or prepaid card directly on the bus reader
  • RideKC Mobile App, available for Apple and Android
  • Riders can load funds into the RideKC mobile app and tap their phone when boarding'

Limited-Use Passes

Day passes will be available at:

  • East Village Transit Center, 13th Street and Charlotte, KCMO
  • KCATA Headquarters, 1200 E. 18th St., KCMO

More Options Coming

Additional payment options will roll out in Phase 2 in Fall 2026, expanding how riders can purchase and manage fares.

Fare Capping is Automatic when you use th esame form of payment each time you ride

RideKC's system includes fare capping to help riders save money.

Fare capping automatically limits how much you pay in a day. Once you reach th ecost of a day pass , additional rides that day will not increase your total.

The system tracks it automatically when you pay using the same method of payment - no extra steps required.

Transfers

Instead of traditional free transfers, RideKC will offer the industry standard - Fare Capping. Fare Capping means that every rider pays as they ride. Once their spending reaches the cost of a daily, weekly or monthly pass, you stop being charged automatically. If you are riding more than twice a day, this is the option for you. It's a system designed to save you money over time. Fare Capping is only applicable for people purchasing single rides.

Reduced Fare Programs

Reduced fares will remain available for eligible riders, including:

  • Seniors
  • Riders with disabilities

Riders Without Smartphones or Bank Cards

For riders without smartphones, daily, weekly and monthly passes are available for sale at the East Village Transit Center (13th and Charlotte St.) and the KCATA Headquarters (1200 E. 18th Street, KCMO)

In the Fall of 2026, we will announce additional locations where passes may be purchased.

Help and Support

RideKC staff are ready to help riders prepare for the transition.

You can get help by:

  • Visiting the RideKC website for updates
  • Calling customer service
  • Visiting East Transit Village Transit Center
  • Attending upcoming rider information sessions

Additional outreach, videos, and webinars will be shared before fares return.

Stay Informed

As June 1 approaches, RideKC will share updates through:

  • Email alerts
  • Social media
  • On-bus announcements
  • Rider information sessions
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KCATA and RideKC to Resumes Bus Fares June 1

KCATA and RideKC to Resume Bus Fares June 1. The new fare system includes fare capping, flexible payment options and reduced fare assistance program. Three public meetings are planned. 

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