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Transit fare
To use Guelph Transit, please pay your fare using your OnYourWay fare card, the OnYourWay app or cash. OnYourWay fare cards can be purchased for $5. When you purchase an OnYourWay fare card, you agree to pay the current fare as outlined in the fare structure below. Sales of OnYourWay fare cards and fare products are final and non-refundable. OnYourWay fare cards are non-transferable and will be confiscated if used by another person.
Adults and reduced fare (Youth 13-17, Seniors 65+, Post-secondary)
Prices effective January 1, 2026
| Fare structure | Single ride | Day pass | Cash |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adults (18-64) | $2.90 up to a maximum of $98.60 per month | $8.70 | $3.50 |
| Reduced fare (Youth 13-17, Seniors 65+, Post-secondary students) | $2.35 up to a maximum of $79.90 per month | $8.70 | $3.50 |
- Learn more about our pay-as-you-go monthly fare cap program.
- Learn more about day passes and unlimited one-day travel on Guelph Transit.
- Post-secondary students must submit proof of enrollment to a post-secondary program (excluding University of Guelph and Conestoga College Guelph campus) to get a registered OnYourWay fare card. University of Guelph and Conestoga College Guelph students will continue getting passes from their student associations.
Free transit programs for children, youth and seniors
| Group | Program |
|---|---|
| Children 4 and under | Ride free all the time without a fare card |
| Children (5-12) | Ride free all the time. See more details on the Kids Ride Free program |
| Youth (13-17) | Ride for free every weekday after 5 p.m. and on weekends, holidays and all of July and August |
| Seniors (65+) | Ride Guelph Transit for free every Thursday |
Children, youth and seniors wishing to ride for free must have a $5 registered OnYourWay Fare card. The card must also be registered as a child, youth or senior card, which can be done by visiting ServiceGuelph or the Guelph Transit administration office. You can also purchase a blank card from a select retailer and then have the card registered as a youth or senior online. This can be done through our OnYourWay Support Request form. Children four and under can ride free without a fare card.
Affordable Bus Pass users
The affordable bus pass program has three tiers which you qualify for based on your level of income.
| Tier | Fee |
|---|---|
| Tier A and B | Free |
| Tier C | Adults: $1.10 per ride, up to a maximum of $37.40/month. Youth: $0.95 per ride, up to a maximum of $32.30/month. Seniors: $0.90 per ride, up to a maximum of $30.60/month |
More information about Guelph Transit fare
- Information for post-secondary students
- University of Guelph Students – for information on bus passes
- Conestoga College students – information on bus passes
- Free transit to Guelph Storm home games
- OnYourWay2Work Program – Corporate bus pass
- Mobility service is available by application only
- Personal Assistant for Leisure Activities (PAL) Card
- Annual Transit and Parking Pass Program for Veterans
- Guelph Transit and GO Fare integration
- Class pass for kids under 12: Educational organizations can utilize the Kids Ride Free program for groups of children aged 12 and under. For your trip to be successful and safe, we recommend that groups are no larger than 20 people. For details and to request a Class Pass registered OnYourWay fare card, please contact Guelph Transit at 519-822-1811 or email [email protected]. For groups larger than 20, learn more about how to book a charter bus.
- Visually impaired riders registered with the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) ride free; riders must present a CNIB registration card when boarding the bus.
Pay-as-you-go fare capping program
The pay-as-you-go fare capping system lets you load your OnYourWay fare card with as much money as you want, whenever you want; there’s no need to buy a monthly pass upfront each month. Any balance remaining on a fare card at the end of the month stays on the card for future use — the balance doesn’t expire. With the monthly fare cap, you will pay for the first 34 single rides in a month, then tap and ride free for the rest of the month. The monthly cap begins at 12 a.m. on the first of every month and ends at 11:59 p.m. on the last day of each month.
Transfers
Passengers can transfer routes at any point where two routes connect.
Transfer windows are 90 minutes. A transfer is automatically activated on your OnYourWay card. No additional fare will be deducted from your card if you tap again within that 90-minute period. If you pay cash, you will need to request a paper transfer.
Fare disputes
Guelph Transit routes and schedules are subject to change without notice and services may be temporarily disrupted due to unforeseen circumstances. Where possible, changes will be posted in advance to notify passengers of the adjusted hours and service levels. These changes are taken into account when calculating Guelph Transit’s fare structure. Discount, adjustments, extensions and refunds will not be issued as a result of closures or service disruptions.
In the event of a fare or transfer dispute, passengers are requested to pay the proper fare and then contact:
Guelph Transit
170 Watson Road South, Guelph, Ontario N1L 1C1
519-822-1811
TTY: 519-826-9771
[email protected]
You will be required to provide the date, time, route and vehicle number in order to proceed with your dispute.
For more information
519-822-1811
TTY: 519-826-9771
[email protected]