Fares
Fares can be tendered with cash or by using monthly or punch passes. Drivers do not provide change or sell passes. Rates are subject to change without notice.
If the registered rider requires an attendant (as per their application), the attendant rides free with the attendant card (must be shown when boarding the bus).
Cash fare for all riders: $3.25
(Exact change required)
2024 Parabus Transit Passes
Parabus Transit
|
Type |
Rate |
|
Cash Fare |
$3.25 |
|
Out of Zone |
$16.75 |
|
40 Ride Pass |
$92.00 |
|
Senior 12 Ride |
$21.25 |
|
Senior 6 Ride |
$10.50 |
Umo is a reloadable fare payment system that provides Sault Ste. Marie Transit riders an easy way to pay for their fare by tapping either a pre-loaded card or by holding their phone (mobile app) to an electronic reader as they board the bus.
How does Umo work?
Riders can pre-load fare in their Umo account (card or mobile app) through a website or the mobile app, or at Transit Office at 111 Huron Street. This includes purchasing monthly passes, or adding cash value to be used at a later time. To pay fare when boarding, riders simply tap their card or hold their phone to the reader.
Where does a rider use the Umo card?
Umo readers have been installed next to the fare boxes on all City buses, Para Buses and UCabs allowing riders to tap their card as they board. The card is held towards the bottom of the reader, within two inches. Once read, the display on the reader will change to show that fare has been paid. To pay fare on the buses, the rider should have the tap card or app ready to be scanned if a fare inspector asks.
Can fare be paid for more than one person with the same Umo card or app?
No. Each rider must have their own card or mobile device with their own pass or stored value. Companions/Attendants without an Attendant Card (1) present must have cash fare ($3.20) or their own Umo card.
What if a rider loses their card?
If a rider loses a registered Umo tap card, they can visit the Transit Office to purchase a replacement tap card ($5). Existing passes, Umo Cash, and account information will transfer to the replacement card once the new tap card is registered.
Is my current pass still available valid?
All current bus pass types will be accepted until expired date on the pass. Upon purchase of new pass a smart card will be issued or passengers can load the UMO app and purchase through their mobile device.
Where does a rider get more information?
Calling the Transit Office at 705-759-5438 or at Parabus- 705-942-1404