Washington Metro lets Android users add SmarTrip transit cards to Google Pay

Passengers with an Android NFC phone can make tap-and-go fare payments on public transportation services in the Washington DC area by adding a SmarTrip transit card to Google Pay.

In addition to Metrorail and Metrobus services in Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia, users can pay their fares on regional bus services operated by ART, Dash, Fairfax Connector, Cue, Ride On, TheBus, Circulator, Loudoun County Transit and OmniRide.

Android users can also now download the SmarTrip app, enabling them to top up their transit card or opt for an auto reload function, purchase travel passes and plan their journeys.