OMNY makes a bumpy landing as MTA fully converts to tap-to-pay fare system ^0%

Gothamist - By Stephen Nessen - 12/26/2025, 11:31 AM

The MTA is still working out some kinks in its new OMNY tap-to-pay system, which will be the only way to pay for subway and bus trips in New York City when the MTA retires the MetroCard at the end of this year. Riders have highlighted several issues with the new technology in recent months, such as temporarily being charged multiple... more