The OPUS card is one of the platforms you can use to load your passes. It is reloadable and can include up to 4 transit passes.
OPUS Card
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Standard OPUS card
Standard OPUS card
Types of passes available
Single, multi-pass and monthly. See exceptions.
Reduced fare
If you are eligible, this card gives you access to reduced fares (youth, student or 65+). An OPUS card with photo is required.
Validity
It can be used on all networks (exo, RTL, STL, STM as well as REM when it is activated).
How to get it? Go to a point of sale to get your card. See the list. It is also possible to get one from a fare vending machine.
Expiry
The OPUS card has an expiry date. After this date, the card will no longer work, even if you still have valid passes loaded on it.
OPUS card for All modes AB, ABC and ABCD or Out-of-Territory Bus
Due to technical constraints, it is not possible to load single and multi-pass All AB, ABC and ABCD modes, and Out-of-Territory Bus tickets on the OPUS card you have. A second OPUS card may be required.
OPUS card for All modes AB, ABC and ABCD or Out-of-Territory Bus
Due to technical constraints, it is not possible to load single and multi-pass All AB, ABC and ABCD modes, and Out-of-Territory Bus tickets on the OPUS card you have. A second OPUS card may be required.
Types of passes available
Some single, multi-pass and monthly passes. See the complete list.
Reduced fare
For eligible customers, this card gives access to reduced fares (youth, student and 65+).
Validity
It can be used on all networks (exo, RTL, STL, STM as well as REM).
How to get it?
Go to a metropolitan ticket office, an STM Client Centre or an Exo sales and service outlet to obtain a new free OPUS card* to purchase these passes. View the list.
An accessible version of the list is available upon request. Please send your request to reception@artm.quebec
*This new dedicated OPUS card will be given to you free of charge upon presentation of a first valid OPUS card registered in your name. It will also allow you to reload a monthly All modes AB, ABC, ABCD or Out-of-Territory Bus, depending on your needs. If you do not already have an OPUS card, the issuing fee for a standard OPUS card will be applied.
Good to know
Due to technical constraints, it is not possible to load all your transit passes onto the same OPUS card.
Check out the comparison chart to see what fare platform is available.
Verify if you need this second card.
Frequently asked questions
Fare schedule
An accessible version of the fare schedule is available upon request. Please send your request to reception@artm.quebec.
Points of sale and customer service
There are more than a hundred points of sale in Greater Montréal. Inquire about passes before travelling, as some are not available everywhere.
Use our points of sale locator to find a point of sale near you.
Consult the Contact us page to contact your transit agency’s customer service department.
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