Ann Arbor Transit Fares, Routes & Toll Rules

Transportation Michigan 4 Minutes Read · published March 01, 2026 Flag of Michigan

Ann Arbor, Michigan riders and drivers rely on a mix of municipal and regional services for local transit, parking enforcement, and road maintenance. This guide summarizes where to find current fares and passes, how routes and schedules are published, and the local approach to bridge tolling and enforcement. It points to the municipal and transit authority sources you should use to buy passes, appeal citations, or report problems. Where official pages do not list a specific penalty or fee we note that the amount is "not specified on the cited page" and provide the enforcing office to contact for up-to-date, binding information.

Transit fares and passes

Ann Arbor-area fixed-route and paratransit fares and pass options are administered by the Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority (TheRide) and published on the authority's official fare pages. Riders should consult the authority for current single-ride fares, transfer rules, and monthly/annual pass pricing before travel. For eligibility discounts and reduced-fare programs check the authority's rider information pages.TheRide fares and passes[1]

Always check the transit authority page before purchase—the published fares control.
  • Single-ride fares and reduced-fare eligibility are set by the transit authority and posted online.
  • Pass types: day, monthly, and special event passes; check for student or senior discounts on the authority pages.
  • Transfers and time limits for use of a fare are defined by the transit operator.

Routes and service

Route maps, schedules, and service alerts for Ann Arbor local and connector routes are maintained by the transit authority. Temporary reroutes and holiday schedules appear on the authority service alerts page and in route PDFs online. For paratransit eligibility and booking consult the dedicated paratransit pages.

  • Fixed-route maps and timetable PDFs are the authoritative schedule source for riders.
  • Service alerts and detours are posted to the transit authority website; sign up for notifications where offered.
  • Customer service and lost-and-found contacts are listed by the transit authority for route and schedule questions.

Bridge tolls

There are no municipal toll booths operated by the City of Ann Arbor on local bridges. Regional or statewide tolling programs (if any) are managed at the state level; residents should consult Michigan Department of Transportation resources for any state toll projects that may affect regional travel. The City does not publish a local bridge toll ordinance on its transportation pages and local bridge toll amounts are not specified on the cited pages.

Penalties & Enforcement

Enforcement for transit fare compliance and parking/traffic violations in Ann Arbor is carried out by the transit authority for onboard fare issues and by City of Ann Arbor parking and enforcement units for municipal parking and traffic infractions. Where exact fine amounts, escalation, or continuing-offence penalties are not published on the cited pages we state that they are "not specified on the cited page" and show how to contact the enforcing office for formal notice and appeal information.City of Ann Arbor Parking Enforcement[2]

Contact the enforcing office listed below promptly if you receive a citation to learn deadlines and appeal steps.
  • Fine amounts: not specified on the cited page for some transit fare or bridge-related penalties; check the authority or city citation notice for exact amounts.
  • Escalation: first-offence and repeat-offence procedures are set by the issuing agency and may include higher fines or administrative holds; specific ranges are not specified on the cited page.
  • Non-monetary sanctions can include removal from service, citations leading to court action, impound or towing for parking violations, and administrative permit suspension where authorized; see agency notices for details.
  • Enforcers and complaints: transit fare issues — Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority customer service; parking and traffic — City of Ann Arbor Parking Enforcement. Use the official contact pages to file complaints or request inspections.
  • Appeals and review: citation or penalty notices typically state appeal routes and time limits; if absent, contact the issuing office immediately for the deadline (often short, e.g., 7–30 days, but exact period is not specified on the cited page).

Applications & Forms

The transit authority publishes fare pass purchase options online; for citations or parking appeals the City provides specific forms or online portals on its parking enforcement pages. If no form is published for a particular penalty the issuing office accepts written appeals by the routes shown on the citation. Where a named form or fee is required it is posted on the enforcing agency's official pages; if a form is not found the requirement is "not specified on the cited page."

FAQ

How much is a single local bus fare?
The current single-ride fare is published by the transit authority on its fares page; the exact amount is shown there and not repeated here to avoid mismatch with updates.TheRide fares and passes[1]
Are there bridge tolls inside Ann Arbor?
The City does not operate municipal bridge toll booths; regional toll projects are managed at the state level and local municipal pages do not list a city bridge toll amount (not specified on the cited page).
How do I report a fare dispute or parking ticket?
Report transit fare disputes to the transit authority customer service and parking tickets to City of Ann Arbor Parking Enforcement using the official contact pages; see the enforcement contact link for procedures and appeal deadlines.City of Ann Arbor Parking Enforcement[2]

How-To

  1. Go to the transit authority fares page and select the pass type you need (single ride, day, monthly) and follow the online purchase or retail purchase instructions.
  2. Keep proof of payment or a validated pass when boarding and follow transfer rules posted by the operator.
  3. If you receive a citation, read the notice for the appeal route and deadline, then file the appeal using the address or online form on the issuing agency's citation notice or contact page.

Key Takeaways

  • Use the transit authority as the primary source for fares and route schedules.
  • Enforcement agencies publish appeal steps and contact points; act quickly on citations to preserve appeal rights.

Help and Support / Resources

  1. [1] Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority - fares and passes
  2. [2] City of Ann Arbor - Parking Enforcement

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