Fares & Special Services

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Commuter Fares & Passes

We begin selling passes on the 25th of each month for the following month. The last day a pass can be purchased for the current month is the 10th.
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Local Transit Fares & Passes

One-Way Trips and Day Passes are the only cash fare sold on AVTA buses. Your One-Way Trip can also be paid for with stored value loaded on TAP card.
 
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Dial-A-Ride Fares & Reservations

Reservations may be made up to two days in advance and on the same day. Reservations are made on a first-come, first-served basis.

Order Passes Online

Ordering a TAP card online is easy and convenient.  Use your TAP Card to add stored value at any time or to purchase a monthly or weekly bus pass.
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The Benefits of Using a TAP Card

Welcome to the world of TAP, where purchasing a pass and riding Metro just got much simpler.
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Reduced Fare Eligibility

Once eligibility has been determined, a photo I.D. will be issued which will be required to use the service.
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The LIFE Program

Now known as LIFE (Low Income Fare is Easy), which is funded by Los Angeles Metro, Antelope Valley residents can obtain a discount off the cost of a monthly AVTA bus pass if their income level qualifies.
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Senior Services

AVTA offers a special Senior Annual Pass to eligible seniors 62 years and older, which will allow them to ride for free on local transit service. 
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Veterans Services

To serve those who serve us, all United States active military and veterans ride free with proper identification. 
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Student Services – GoPass Program

The program, "Campus Connect", is available through an application process for students who are enrolled in six or more units per semester.

Rider Alerts

Please be advised that the route 785 is unable to service the stop on Hope & 1st due to road construction. Please utilize an alternate stop during this time.
Mar 16, 2026 12:00 AM – Jun 30, 2026 11:59 PM
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Please be advised that the route 1 North is unable to service the bus stop on 10th W & Ave M-8 due to road construction.
Mar 9, 2026 12:00 AM – Apr 30, 2026 11:59 PM