Apple Pay for transit expands to 12 major US cities

15 articles · Updated · MacRumors · Apr 28

Atlanta is the latest city to launch Apple Pay transit support, joining New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and others in 2026.
Users can pay fares with iPhone or Apple Watch using Express Mode, which allows tap-to-pay without unlocking devices, and some cities offer fare capping for frequent riders.
Apple Pay for transit is also available internationally, and system compatibility varies by city, with some requiring specific transit cards while others accept standard credit or debit cards.

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