PSTA’s SunRunner to begin collecting fares Oct. 1st.

Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority’s (PSTA) SunRunner will begin to collect fares Oct. 1st.

PSTA says a one-way ticket will cost $2.25 while an all-day pass will be available for $5. The SunRunner will collect regular fares on board the bus with a completely cashless system. Fare validators are located at both doors, so riders can continue to board through either door and tap/scan their payment method as they enter.

Onboard the SunRunner, riders can use:

• Contactless payment methods, including digital wallets on their smartphone or smart watch (Apple Pay/Google wallet) and tappable cards (credit, debit, or prepaid debit).
• Flamingo Fares card or app.
• Discounts for senior citizens, students and others are available by visiting a PSTA Customer Service Center.

Fare capping is available for riders if they use the same payment method throughout the day.

The SunRunner eclipsed 1 million rides earlier this month.

 “We are immensely proud of the success of the SunRunner thus far,” said Brad Miller, CEO of PSTA. “We hope residents and visitors continue to see the speed, ease and value of taking the SunRunner, as it is a much cheaper option than driving your own vehicle.”