For travellers from Africa to Miami who plan on using the Metrorail to get around, getting an EASY Card will help you travel more easily. Instead of purchasing paper tickets or paying cash for each trip, you can use the card for multiple trips and just tap your card to use it for each trip.
It is helpful for tourists, students and business people to understand the costs associated with purchasing and using the EASY Card to eliminate confusion while providing them with a quicker way to move about the city.
What is the EASY Card?
Miami-Dade Transit uses an easy, reloadable smart card called the EASY Card on Metrorail, Metrobus, and Metromover. You simply tap your EASY Card at the entry gate or on the bus fare reader to have your fare automatically deducted from your account balance instead of waiting in long lines to pay cash at each trip.
Cost of the EASY Card
The EASY Card costs $2 as a one-time purchase fee. After buying the card, you must load money or a travel pass onto it.
- A single Metrorail ride costs $2.25
- Daily, weekly, and monthly passes are available for frequent travellers
- Discounted fares are offered for students, seniors, and people with disabilities (registration required)
Where to Buy the EASY Card
You can buy the EASY Card easily at:
- Ticket vending machines at all Metrorail stations
- Transit service centres across Miami-Dade County
- Online through the official EASY Card website
- Selected retail stores and outlets
For most visitors from Africa, the vending machines at stations are the fastest and most convenient option, as you can buy and load the card instantly.
How to Load Money on the EASY Card
After purchasing the card, you can reload it anytime:
- At the station, vending machines use cash or cards
- Online through your EASY Card account
- At authorised retail stores
Online reloading is especially helpful if you are staying in Miami for several days.
How to Use the EASY Card on Metrorail
Using the EASY Card is very simple. At the station entrance, tap the card on the fare gate reader. The fare will be deducted automatically, and the gate will open for you.
