How can I register my PRESTO card?
You can activate your card online, or through our Chat feature, or by calling PRESTO at 1-877-378-6123 and following the automated instructions. It can take up to 24 hours to process your activation.
How do I get a PRESTO card in Brampton?
Purchase a PRESTO card online or at one of the following Brampton Transit terminals/facilities:
- Bramalea Terminal – 160 Central Park Drive.
- Downtown Brampton Terminal – 8 Nelson Street.
- Brampton Gateway Terminal – 501 Main Street South.
- Trinity Common Terminal – 164 Great Lakes Boulevard.
Is PRESTO card used in Brampton?
You can use PRESTO cards on Brampton Transit, MiWay buses, starting May 30. Brampton Transit and MiWay have now equipped all their buses with PRESTO card readers. That means you can start using the regional fare card to pay, when you board all buses in the two transit systems, starting Monday, May 30.
Can I use PRESTO card right away?
You can use your PRESTO card immediately, and your card can be added to a My PRESTO Account within 24 hours. Never buy a card or try to load funds or passes through an unauthorized seller.
Can I use my phone as a PRESTO card?
For iOS users, you will need to place your PRESTO card near the upper back of your iPhone. For Android users, your placement is a bit different. Android users will need to place their cards either near the top, middle or bottom (back) of your phone in order to load funds or passes directly to your card.
Can I load my PRESTO card at Shoppers Drug Mart?
You can now buy and load PRESTO cards at more Shoppers Drug Mart locations.
Can you use PRESTO card for two people?
PRESTO cards can be shared, however, can only be used by one person at a time. Two people cannot travel at the same time using one PRESTO card as the Fare Payment Device will only deduct one fare per ride on GO Transit. When using someone else’s card, be aware of default or fare classification settings they may have.
Is Brampton Transit free now?
According to the release, the annual free pass will allow Brampton seniors unlimited travel at no cost on the city’s transit system. “Brampton Transit will no longer sell the $15 senior resident monthly pass or offer the $1 senior resident cash fare,” the release reads.
How do I use my PRESTO card on Brampton Transit?
Paying with PRESTO Transferring from Brampton Transit to GO Transit: Tap onto a Brampton Transit bus and a full fare is deducted from your card balance. When transferring to GO Transit, tap your PRESTO card and the GO Transit fare will be deducted.
Does PRESTO card balance expire?
PRESTO cards no longer expire, even if there is an expiry date shown on the card (you may continue to use your card even after any indicated expiry date).
Can I use someone else’s PRESTO card?
Yes, PRESTO cards are transferable between riders. If you are using a card that has a Child, Youth or Senior fare type, you must also be eligible for any discounted fares set on the card.
How do I pay without a PRESTO card?
Pay with Credit, Debit Card or Mobile Wallet You can now use your Visa, Mastercard or American Express credit cards, your Interac® Debit, Visa Debit or Debit Mastercard, or add these cards to your mobile wallet on your phone or watch including Apple Pay & Google Pay to pay for your trip on transit.
Does money on PRESTO card expire?
Do PRESTO cards expire?
Can I tap my PRESTO for someone else?
Yes, PRESTO cards are transferable between riders. If you are using a card that has a Child, Youth or Senior fare type, you must also be eligible for any discounted fares set on the card. A child, youth or senior may use an adult’s PRESTO card to travel at full adult fare.
Do PRESTO funds expire?
The date on the back of the card is the date the card was manufactured. Some older cards have an expiry date, but PRESTO cards no longer expire. You may continue to use your card even after the indicated expiry date and your balance will remain on the card.
Can I use PRESTO on Zum bus?
All Züm fares are the same as Brampton Transit’s conventional service. All Brampton Transit transfers and PRESTO cards can be used to ride Züm.