Can I use cash on the TTC?

Yes, but you must have the exact change. Bus drivers do not carry cash and will not provide change.

Is the TTC safe at night?

Yes, though remain aware of your surroundings. Buses and streetcars offer 'Request Stop' service after 9:00 PM, allowing you to exit at a location between regular stops if it is safe to do so.

Does the subway run 24 hours?

No. Subways stop running around 1:30 AM (2:00 AM on Sundays). After that, the 'Blue Night Network' of buses operates along major routes.

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Use a PRESTO card or tap your credit/debit card on the readers to pay your fare. The TTC allows free transfers between buses, streetcars, and subways for up to two hours after your first tap, provided you are traveling in one continuous direction.

Get a payment method. Buy a physical PRESTO card ($6) at any Shoppers Drug Mart or subway station machine, or simply use your contactless credit/debit card or mobile wallet (Apple/Google Pay) directly on the readers.
Tap on and off. Tap your card or phone on the reader when boarding a bus or streetcar. For subway stations, tap at the turnstile. You do not need to tap off when exiting, except when riding GO Transit.
Understand the transfer window. Your fare covers a two-hour window. If you transfer, tap your original card or device again; the system will recognize the two-hour window and charge $0.
Use transit apps. Download 'Transit' or 'Citymapper' to see real-time vehicle locations. Google Maps is generally accurate but can struggle with short-term streetcar detours.

Can I use cash on the TTC?: Yes, but you must have the exact change. Bus drivers do not carry cash and will not provide change.
Is the TTC safe at night?: Yes, though remain aware of your surroundings. Buses and streetcars offer 'Request Stop' service after 9:00 PM, allowing you to exit at a location between regular stops if it is safe to do so.
Does the subway run 24 hours?: No. Subways stop running around 1:30 AM (2:00 AM on Sundays). After that, the 'Blue Night Network' of buses operates along major routes.