Q: What are these new PRESTO devices I’ve been reading about? A: Early next month, GO and 905 transit agency customers will begin seeing new PRESTO payment devices on some buses and in some stations. These devices are being replaced before the existing ones, which have been in field for nearly 10 years, reach their end-of-life. The new devices also have the built-in capabilities to support future enhancements Metrolinx is making to the PRESTO system, including open payment. The devices will initially be rolled out to a limited number of buses and stations to allow them to be tested in field before a full rollout next year.

Q: I’ve been reading that I’ll be able to tap my credit, debit card or phone on PRESTO as early as next year. Can you share more details? A: Metrolinx is looking at implementing a limited pilot of new forms of payment on their system next year. More details will be shared soon.

Q: When will I be able to pay with my credit, debit card or phone on PRESTO on my local transit service? A: Metrolinx is currently in the planning phases for this work and will share more detailed timelines soon. There is still work to do, but the end goal is to have these new payment options enabled for all PRESTO customers, across the entire system.

Q: Will the new devices being rolled out let me pay with my credit, debit card or phone? A: Not at this time. System upgrades will also need to take place in order to enable new forms of payment and Metrolinx is currently in the planning phases for this work.