Fares and Passes
| 1 Ride | 1 Ride with Transfer | Day Pass | 31-Day Pass |
Special Fare
(Airport/Canal Cemeteries or Westbank/Crescent City Connection)
| Regional Ride | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult (18–64) |
1 Ride $1.25
|
1 Ride with Transfer $1.75
|
Day Pass $4.00
|
31-Day Pass $45.00 (cash)$47.25 (credit) |
Special Fare
(Airport/Canal Cemeteries or Westbank/Crescent City Connection) $2.00
|
Regional Ride $6.00
|
| Senior (65+) |
1 Ride $0.75
|
1 Ride with Transfer $1.00
|
Day Pass $2.00
|
31-Day Pass $30.00
|
Special Fare
(Airport/Canal Cemeteries or Westbank/Crescent City Connection) $1.00
|
Regional Ride $6.00
|
| Veteran |
1 Ride $0.75
|
1 Ride with Transfer $1.00
|
Day Pass $2.00
|
31-Day Pass $30.00
|
Special Fare
(Airport/Canal Cemeteries or Westbank/Crescent City Connection) $1.00
|
Regional Ride $6.00
|
| Medicare/Disability |
1 Ride $0.75
|
1 Ride with Transfer $1.00
|
Day Pass $2.00
|
31-Day Pass $30.00
|
Special Fare
(Airport/Canal Cemeteries or Westbank/Crescent City Connection) $1.00
|
Regional Ride $6.00
|
| Youth (6–17) |
1 Ride $0.50
|
1 Ride with Transfer $0.75
|
Day Pass $1.00
|
31-Day Pass $20.00
|
Special Fare
(Airport/Canal Cemeteries or Westbank/Crescent City Connection) $1.00
|
Regional Ride $6.00
|
| Children (5 and under) |
1 Ride Free
|
1 Ride with Transfer Free
|
Day Pass Free
|
31-Day Pass Free
|
Special Fare
(Airport/Canal Cemeteries or Westbank/Crescent City Connection) Free
|
Regional Ride Free
|
Le Pass App
The Le Pass App is Jefferson Parish Transit’s official transit application. Le Pass provides riders with a more efficient and seamless transit experience — trip planner, mobile payment and real-time information — all from one app.
The Le Pass app allows users to live track buses in Jefferson Parish. With Le Pass, you can easily buy your bus passes right on your phone. No need to wonder about where your ride is or fumble with cash. To pay your fare, just tap to use a pass and then show your pass on your phone when you enter the vehicle.
Detailed Fare and Pass Information
Base Fare
JP Transit fareboxes accept $1, $5, $10, $20 dollar bills and all U.S. coins and provide change in the form of a value card that can be used for future fares.
A half-fare discount is available for seniors, Medicare cardholders, and those with disabilities. Please see the pricing table above and more details about required ID below.
Transfers
Transfers are available from the driver. Transfers are not valid between JP Transit and RTA (New Orleans Regional Transit Authority) vehicles. They are valid only between the lines within the system from which they are issued. Please see the “Fares and Passes” pricing table above.
Special Fares
There are special fares for Canal Cemeteries to/from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (E1), or to/from the Westbank and Cresent City Connection (W2/W3).
Children Ride Free
All children 5 and under accompanied by a paying passenger are welcome to ride for free.
Passes
Riders who use the bus frequently can save money by using one of our passes. Plus, there’s no need to worry about carrying the correct change.
-
Day Pass (1 calendar day)
Good for unlimited rides within the JP Transit system and valid for 1 calendar day beginning the day which the card is stamped and activated. The Day Pass can be purchased ONLY on board the buses by request from the operator.
-
Monthly Pass (31 days) and L
Good for unlimited rides and valid for 31 days from the time dated on the card once it is activated. The Monthly Pass can be purchased via the LePass app and at the JP Transit locations shown below as well as the Wilty Terminal Fare Booth on the westbank. JP Transit’s terminal booth and facilities now accept cash and major credit cards.
-
Regional Ride Pass (24 hours)
Good for unlimited rides on both JP Transit and RTA buses and streetcars for 24 hours after the first use. The pass can be purchased aboard JP Transit and RTA vehicles, through the RTA GoMobile App, and at RTA ticket vending machines.
Tokens
Tokens are sold in rolls of 10 for $15.00 ($15.68 via credit card payment). Tokens may offer convenience for riders who do not transfer between bus routes or for organizations seeking to provide transportation for employees or clients. Tokens can be purchased at all JP Transit locations shown below. Please note that JP Transit’s terminal booth and facilities now accept cash or major credit cards.
Locations for purchasing passes and tokens:
Please note that the Wilty Terminal booth is open on weekdays only; the booth is closed on weekends and holidays. Regular hours are 8:00 am – 8:00 pm, but early morning hours are offered during at beginning and end of each month. See full schedule for details.
Eastbank Location:
118 David Dr.
Metairie, LA 70003
Phone: (504) 818-1077
Hours: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (Mon – Fri)
View Map
Westbank Location:
90 1st St.
Gretna, LA 70053
Phone: (504) 367-7433
Hours: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (Mon – Fri)
View Map
Gretna/Wilty Terminal Information Booth
Van Trump at Westbank Expressway.,
Gretna, LA
Phone: (504) 367-7433
Hours 8 AM – 8 PM (Mon. – Fri.)
View Map
Reduced-Fare Discounts ID Requirements:
(see table above for all pricing)
1. Seniors (65+)
Present a government-issued picture ID (ex: State ID, Driver’s License, or passport) to the operator upon boarding to receive reduced–fare discount.
2. Disability
Disabled riders under 65 without a Medicare card can qualify for a reduced-fare discount by filling out the Certification Form for Discount Transit Fare for Disabled Persons.
3. Medicare
Medicare recipients can present a state ID along with their Medicare card (Red, White and Blue card) upon boarding to receive the reduced-fare discount.
Local residents are encouraged, but not required, to bring their Medicare card to the JP Transit Operations building at 118 David Drive in Metairie or to the Wilty Terminal Information Booth to receive a Disability Fare card to use in place of the Medicare card for their own privacy.
4. Veterans
Veterans will be allowed to board any JP Public bus at a reduced rate by displaying any of the following:
- Veterans Health Identification Card (VHIC)
- Military Service Pass
- U.S. Military ID card
- U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Card