TAP LA
TAP LA Travel & Local
TAP LA is the easy, contactless way to pay for transit in greater Los Angeles.
- Rating
- 2.0
- 2K ratings
- Downloads
- 576K+
- on Google Play
- Price
- Free
- No in-app purchases
- Updated
- Oct 9
- 2026 · v1.26.98
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About TAP LA
TAP is your ticket to ride transit in greater Los Angeles! It is accepted on 26 transit systems including LA Metro, providing a vast network of buses and trains.
- Make your travel safe and easy with contactless payment and card management.
- Use your Android phone to tap and pay when you board. You don't even have to wake up your phone!
- Purchase a transit pass or Stored Value for any agency in Los Angeles County.
- Enjoy flexible payment options including credit/debit cards, account cash and Google Pay.
- Manage multiple cards in your TAP account.
- Supports reduced fares for seniors, students, persons with disabilities and low-income riders.
- Access multimodal programs such as Metro Bike Share.
- Use Trip Tools to plan trips, find nearby transit options, view real-time arrivals and save favorite destinations and stops.
- Enjoy the benefits of a TAP account, such as Balance Protection, card management, discounts, promotions, transaction history and friendly customer service.
- Accepted on 26 transit systems in LA County including:
Angels Flight Railway
Antelope Valley Transit Authority (AVTA)
Baldwin Park Transit
Beach Cities Transit
Burbank Bus
Carson Circuit
Compton Renaissance Transit System
Culver CityBus
Foothill Transit
Gardena GTRANS
Glendale Beeline
Glendora Transportation Division
Huntington Park Transit Unlimited
LA County Department of Public Works
LADOT Transit
Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA)
Long Beach Transit
Metro
Montebello Bus Lines
Monterey Park Spirit Bus
Norwalk Transit
Palos Verdes Peninsula Transit Authority
Pasadena Transit
Santa Clarita Transit
Santa Monica Big Blue Bus
Torrance Transit
- Make your travel safe and easy with contactless payment and card management.
- Use your Android phone to tap and pay when you board. You don't even have to wake up your phone!
- Purchase a transit pass or Stored Value for any agency in Los Angeles County.
- Enjoy flexible payment options including credit/debit cards, account cash and Google Pay.
- Manage multiple cards in your TAP account.
- Supports reduced fares for seniors, students, persons with disabilities and low-income riders.
- Access multimodal programs such as Metro Bike Share.
- Use Trip Tools to plan trips, find nearby transit options, view real-time arrivals and save favorite destinations and stops.
- Enjoy the benefits of a TAP account, such as Balance Protection, card management, discounts, promotions, transaction history and friendly customer service.
- Accepted on 26 transit systems in LA County including:
Angels Flight Railway
Antelope Valley Transit Authority (AVTA)
Baldwin Park Transit
Beach Cities Transit
Burbank Bus
Carson Circuit
Compton Renaissance Transit System
Culver CityBus
Foothill Transit
Gardena GTRANS
Glendale Beeline
Glendora Transportation Division
Huntington Park Transit Unlimited
LA County Department of Public Works
LADOT Transit
Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA)
Long Beach Transit
Metro
Montebello Bus Lines
Monterey Park Spirit Bus
Norwalk Transit
Palos Verdes Peninsula Transit Authority
Pasadena Transit
Santa Clarita Transit
Santa Monica Big Blue Bus
Torrance Transit
What’s new
Version 1.26.98 · Updated October 9, 2026
Bug fixes and enhancements.
User reviews
Cubic has done it again! Smooth customer experience with easy-to-understand screens. Keep up the great work.
Finally, a way to use my phone to Tap and not have to worry about having my physical card with me.
Great app. It's so nice to be able to add money using my phone!
I love this app b/c I don't even have to open the app -- I just hold my phone close to the Metro subway gate and it wakes up and pays my fare. And when I need to reload, it is available immediately, right after I purchase it. Niiiice.
Finally, tap payments on my Samsung. This is a fantastic upgrade to my Metro experience.
Frequently asked questions
What is TAP LA?
TAP LA is a ticket that allows you to ride transit in greater Los Angeles and is accepted on 26 transit systems including LA Metro.
How can TAP LA make travel safer and easier?
TAP LA allows for contactless payment and card management, making your travel safe and easy.
Can I use my Android phone to pay with TAP LA?
Yes, you can use your Android phone to tap and pay when you board without even waking up your phone.
What payment options are available for TAP LA?
TAP LA offers flexible payment options including credit/debit cards, account cash, and Google Pay.
Can I manage multiple cards in my TAP account?
Yes, you can manage multiple cards in your TAP account.
Does TAP LA support reduced fares for certain groups?
Yes, TAP LA supports reduced fares for seniors, students, persons with disabilities, and low-income riders.
Are there additional programs available with TAP LA?
Yes, TAP LA provides access to multimodal programs such as Metro Bike Share.
Can I use Trip Tools with TAP LA?
Yes, you can use Trip Tools to plan trips, find nearby transit options, view real-time arrivals, and save favorite destinations and stops.
What are the benefits of having a TAP account?
Having a TAP account provides benefits such as Balance Protection, card management, discounts, promotions, transaction history, and friendly customer service.
Which transit systems accept TAP LA?
TAP LA is accepted on 26 transit systems in LA County, including Angels Flight Railway, Metro, Long Beach Transit, and many more.
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