Buy New York MetroCard (2024)

Buy your MetroCards before going to New York! The subway is the most popular means of transportation among New Yorkers and visitors. Do you want to be well-prepared for your trip? Then order a New York subway pass (MetroCards), now before you go via NewYork.co.uk.

Note: MetroCard + Sightseeing Flex Pass prices go up on 1 July!

New York MetroCards

The MetroCards are valid for all local buses and all subway lines in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island City, Staten Island, and The Bronx. Read on for the different types of MetroCards and how to order them online in combination with one of New York’s top attractions.

7-Day Unlimited Ride MetroCard

If you choose the 7-Day Unlimited Ride MetroCard, you may ride the New York subway and all local buses an unlimited number of times during 7 consecutive calendar days. The validity period starts from the first time you use the card.

• If you buy your Unlimited MetroCards today, then they are valid until 01-02-2025.

Pay-Per-Ride MetroCard

Would you rather pay per ride? Then you can choose the Pay-Per-Ride MetroCard. This card is valid for 8 rides with the metro or bus. You can use this MetroCard several times consecutively (max 4x). For example, if you are with two people then you could use this card twice and you would then use two rides. You can also refill this MetroCard at any station if your balance is low.

• If you buy your Pay-Per-Ride MetroCards today, then they are valid until 01-02-2025.

Add a JFK AirTrain Ticket

If you are travelling to or from JFK Airport, you’ll need to pay for the JFK AirTrain. The Unlimited MetroCard cannot be accepted on the AirTrain. You can order the JFK AirTrain ticket before you travel, you will need one ticket each way. If you order 4 or more JFK AirTrain tickets, this can be sent as 1 physical ticket.

• If you buy your JFK AirTrain Tickets today, then they are valid until 01-02-2025.

Buy your New York MetroCard

If purchased on business days, before 12:00 (GMT), orders will be shipped the same day. The expected delivery time is about 5-10 business days (weekends and/or public holidays excluded).

You can have your order delivered to any address within the UK.
The MetroCards will be sent via registered post, shipping costs are £12.

Do you have any questions about the MetroCard or your order? Send an email to eric@newyork.co.uk

You have the right to return the MetroCard(s) up to 14 (fourteen) days after purchase. You will be refunded the full cost, including postage. If you want to return the MetroCard(s) after the 14-day window, contact me first. Have you chosen a package with an attraction (pass)? Then the attraction (pass) is non-refundable. The New York Pass, Flex Pass and Explorer Pass are valid for a minimum of 180 days from the date specified at checkout. These discount passes are provided as PDF and may be printed or shown on a phone at tours and attractions. Tours and attractions in the discount passes are subject to change or have limited or no availability due to seasonal influences or other measures. If you are purchasing a discount pass for children (3-12 years), you can place an order and email me within 5 minutes after the payment. The price difference with an adult pass will then be refunded directly to you.