Does an ORCA card save you money?
The ORCA card is a smart card that carries a transit pass or fare. It is the most convenient way to pay your fare on Everett Transit buses. Using an ORCA card may save you money, especially if you travel frequently by bus and make transfers.
Does ORCA card balance expire?
How long is my product valid? E-purse, once activated never expires. E-purse that is not activated within 60 days of purchase will expire but can be reactivated by calling ORCA Customer Service.
Where do I add value to my ORCA card?
You can add value to an ORCA card at orcacard.com, at Ticket Vending Machines, by phone at 888-988-6722, by mail, or at an ORCA customer service office: Metro Pass Sales Office.
Does ORCA card have an app?
You can download the app for Android and iPhone and buy tickets directly using your credit card, debit card or cash.
What is the ORCA card good for?
The ORCA card is all you need to pay your fare on Sound Transit, Community Transit, Everett Transit, King County Metro, Kitsap Transit, Pierce Transit, Seattle Street Car, Seattle Monorail, the King County Water Taxi, and Washington State Ferries. Transferring is easy with an ORCA card.
Can you tap an ORCA card twice?
Using an ORCA card lets you apply the full value of the fare from the first leg of a trip towards a transfer to another service – from Community Transit to King County Metro, for example. Transfer value expires two hours after tapping the card. You can transfer as many times as you need within those two hours.
How do I use my ORCA card?
Tap your card at an ORCA reader within 60 days to activate the value. Tap and pause. You will see a green light and hear the beep – now it’s ready to use. Add value for immediate use instead at an ORCA customer service office, a participating retailer, or a ticket vending machine.
How much can you buy an orca for?
An adult ORCA card costs $5 to purchase. By phone: 1-888-988-6722 or TTY Relay: 711 (1-888-889-6368). Phone purchases require a valid Visa or MasterCard. If you are adding value to an existing card, it can take up to 24 hours for that value to appear on your card.
How much does it cost to get an ORCA card?
Adult ORCA cards cost $5. ORCA Youth cards have no fee for the initial card, and replacements are just $5.00. You can get one online, at an ORCA customer service office, or through the mail. Proof of age is required such as school ID, birth certificate, or passport.
How do I check the balance on my ORCA card?
For card balance information, call 1-888-988-6722. Please have your ORCA card with you when you call. If you register your ORCA card, you will be able to go online and check the current balance of the card.
When do transfer values expire on my ORCA card?
Transfer values expire two hours after you first tap your ORCA Card to begin your trip. For more information about ORCA, visit orcacard.com or call 888-988-6722 /TTY Relay 711 during regular business hours, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. ORCA cards cost $5. Youth cards can only be purchased at an ORCA customer service office or through the mail.
Can I add an e-purse to my ORCA card?
If you are a frequent rider, you can add a regional monthly pass good for an unlimited number of trips on designated transit agencies during the valid calendar month. You can have E-purse and a monthly pass on the same ORCA card. The E-purse can be used in combination with a pass in the event the pass value is less than the fare for a ride.