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Tapp-and-go with your own TAPP Card

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A hand holding a TAPP (Total Access PATH Payment) card up to a transit fare reader, which displays a blue screen with an arrow and the word "GO" in large letters. The card features a colorful logo in pink, orange, yellow, green, and purple on a dark background.

Unlimited Passes Available in May!

Unlimited 1-, 7- and 30-day Passes are available on TAPP, effective May 4, 2026.

10-, 20- and 40-trips are already available.

Trips (and passes, when available) can be added online as well as from TAPP Vending Machines.

Single Ride tickets will also be available for purchase from TAPP Vending Machines.

How to Use Total Access PATH Payment (TAPP)

TAPP with your contactless card

Use any debit, credit, or reloadable prepaid card with the contactless symbol  Contactless symbol image  at our TAPP pilot turnstiles.

Learn about contactless cards

TAPP using your smart device

Add a payment card to your phone or wearable's mobile wallet, then tap your device to get going.

Learn more about adding a payment card to a digital wallet

TAPP at the correct turnstile

Not all turnstiles are part of the TAPP pilot. Look for the new TAPP screens to use contactless payments.

Learn more about where TAPP is accepted

Tap your TAPP card

Tap your reloadable TAPP Card at a TAPP reader and be on your way.

Learn about TAPP cards

Register Your Total Access PATH Payment (TAPP) Account

Registering your account is easy. After completing registration, you are able to:  

  • View your trips and charges
  • Manage your Travel Cards
  • Receive notifications
Register your account

Manage Your TAPP Account Online

Enjoy the convenience of managing your payment methods online!
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Bringing Total Access PATH Payment (TAPP) to a PATH station near you

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Phase 1 - Launch of Total Access PATH Payment (TAPP) Open Payment Pilot

December 2023

PATH deploys the initial TAPP turnstiles at Journal Square and 33 Street stations. Additional TAPP turnstiles planning to be deployed throughout December.

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Phase 2 - Expansion of Total Access PATH Payment (TAPP) Open Payment Pilot

Starting in January 2024

Complete: PATH expands TAPP to all stations. Riders with qualifying disabilities can apply for the TAPP Reduced Fare Program.

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Phase 3 - Launch of TAPP Card and TAPP Vending Machines

December 2025

The TAPP Card is available for purchase online and from blue dispensers at every PATH station. The TAPP Card can also be purchased from TAPP Vending Machines, which are being phased in throughout the PATH system. For a limited time only, you can get a $5.00 fare credit for registering your purchased TAPP Card.

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Phase 4 - Ending the acceptance of SmartLink and MetroCard

TBD

PATH will provide advance notice so SmartLink and MetroCard users have sufficient time to use balances on these fare media.

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