Cheaper than taking a car, that’s for sure! But there are a few details you need to know for getting around at the lowest cost.

A fare for each occasion or each rider
Basically, there are two types of tickets or fares: single trip or a monthly pass. Commuters who use the bus every day for work or school can save money with a monthly pass. Otherwise, occasional riders can enjoy the flexibility of a single-trip fare.

What you need to know is that STL fares do not work for the Montréal metro (Zone A), not even at a metro station in Laval (Zone B). To travel in both zones, what you need is a special fare that is now called AB. You should refer to the simplified bus fare information on STLaval.ca/new-fares to figure it out.

Sometimes, it’s free for some people
Children age 11 and under can ride the bus for free when they are accompanied by someone age 14 or older with a valid transit fare. Up to five children can accompany an adult. Laval residents age 65 or over can also ride the bus for free when they have the Horizon 65+ fare.

Other times, it’s free for everyone
Driving around in circles looking for parking near Place Bell or downtown is a big hassle. Everyone gets to ride for free on the 360 shuttle. The bus route includes tourist attractions and shopping malls in downtown Laval. Shuttles to get to Illumi and Place Bell are also always free. Laval Rocket fans only need to show their game ticket to the bus driver to ride to the game for free.

How do you pay?
Traditionalists pay their $3.50 in coins. Occasional riders (or techies) tap their credit card. The most farsighted have an OPUS card with trip fares or a monthly pass already loaded on. And those who have the privilege of paying a reduced fare, such as students and seniors, they need an OPUS card with photo ID showing their smile when they pay. Whether it be a ticket office or the corner store, there are 40 points of sale to buy a card or fare. Details: STLaval.ca/purchase