Q: What is an ORCA card and why do I need one?

A: An ORCA card is an electronic fare payment system accepted on Kitsap Transit, Pierce Transit, King County Metro Transit, Community Transit, Sound Transit, Everett Transit and the Washington State Ferries. It allows riders to load fare product, like a monthly pass, onto their card and tap their card aboard a bus, train or ferry to pay their fare. Instead of carrying different passes for different transit systems, riders carry just one card!

Riders do not need to have an ORCA card to pay their fares on Kitsap Transit. Cash is always accepted. However, only ORCA card holders can purchase monthly passes or received reduced fare. An ORCA card also offers a free two-hour regional transfer (excluding Washington State Ferries).