Tap Into a Better Breeze

What is Breeze?

Breezeis the regional fare payment system that makes it easy to pay for rides on Xpress and participating transit services throughout the region. With multiple payment options available, Breeze allows riders to choose the payment method that works best for them while providing a convenient and secure way to access transit services

Choose How You Pay

Whether you prefer to tap a credit card, use your phone, purchase a Breeze Card, or pay with cash, Breeze gives you flexible ways to pay for your ride.

  • Credit/Debit Card
  • Mobile Wallet
  • Physical Breeze Card
  • Virtual Breeze Card
  • Cash

Tap to Pay

Pay as you go with a contactless credit card, debit card, or mobile wallet.

Tap to Pay with Credit or Debit Card

No Breeze Card required. Simply tap your contactless credit or debit card when boarding or exiting an Xpress bus

Tap and Pay Using Mobile Wallet

Use Apple Pay, Google Pay, or Samsung Wallet with a credit or debit card stored on your smartphone or smartwatch to pay as you go. For access to multi-trip and multi-day passes, as well as stored value, consider a virtual Breeze Card.

Breeze Cards

Breeze is the fare payment system used by Xpress and participating regional transit agencies,offering flexible payment options to fit your needs.

Physical Breeze Card

Buy a reloadable Breeze Card to purchase trips and passes or add stored value. To ride, tap yourBreeze Card when boarding orexiting an Xpress bus.

A one-time $2 card fee applies when purchasing a physical Breeze Card.

Virtual Breeze Card

Add a virtual Breeze Card to Apple Wallet, Google Wallet, or Samsung Wallet and manage fare directly from your phone.

Purchase passes, add stored value, and tap to ride without carrying a physical card.

A one-time $2 card fee applies when purchasing a virtual Breeze Card

Cash

Xpress riders can pay with cash on buses, but exact change is required and fare cannot be loaded onto Breeze Cards on buses. 

Cash fare is one-way only and does not include transfers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Overview of Breeze

What is Breeze?

Breeze is the fare payment system used by Xpress and regional transit partners to purchase, manage, and pay fares.

With Breeze, riders can:

  • Choose from multiple ways to pay, including credit cards, debit cards, mobile wallets, Breeze cards, and cash 
  • Purchase and manage fare online through breezecard.com, the Breeze Mobile App, or a virtual Breeze card
  • Use the same fare system across Xpress, MARTA, CobbLinc, and Ride Gwinnett

What Xpress transit passes are available?

The following fare products are available for Xpress:

  • One Trip
  • Round-Trip
  • 10-Trip Pass
  • 31-Day Pass

What determines the cost of my fare?

Xpress routes are classified into two fare zones:

Green Zone
Routes serving park-and-ride locations closer to Atlanta.

Blue Zone
Routes serving park-and-ride locations farther from Atlanta.

Fare prices vary based on the zone served by your route. Visit this page and scroll down for a complete list of routes, park-and-ride locations, and fare zones.

Payment Choices

Choose from multiple ways to pay, including credit cards, debit cards, mobile wallets, Breeze cards, and cash! Details below.  

 

What is open payment and how does it work?

Open payment allows customers to use a bank card (debit or credit card) or a mobile wallet on their smart phone or watch to “tap and go” to pay their fare.

Customers can simply tap the bank card or their smart device on the faregate or validator and enter the rail station or board the vehicle. This option only covers a one-way ride. Transfers are allowed using open payment.

Fare capping will still apply when using open payment, but only if you use the same debit/credit card for both trips. See details in question below.

Open payment is ideal for those in a hurry, occasional riders, or visitors from out of town who may not have a Breeze card or account.

 

 

Can I use a credit or debit card to pay my fare?

Yes. This is known as open payment. Simply tap your contactless credit or debit card on the validator when boarding. 

Open payment is ideal for occasional riders, visitors, or anyone who prefers not to purchase a Breeze card.

 

Open payment is valid for one-trip fares only. Riders who frequently use Xpress may find greater value with a Breeze card by purchasing fare products such as Round-Trip, 10-Trip, or 31-Day passes.

 

Can I use Apple Pay, Google Pay, or Samsung Wallet to pay my fare?

Yes. Riders can use a credit or debit card stored in Apple Pay, Google Pay, or Samsung Wallet to pay their fare.

Apple Pay Setup Instructions: Click Here

Google Pay Setup Instructions: Click Here

Samsung Wallet Setup Instructions: Click Here

 

Can I use a physical Breeze card?

Yes. Physical Breeze cards can be used to purchase and store:

  • One Trip
  • Round-Trip
  • 10-Trip Pass
  • 31-Day Pass

Unlike open payment, Breeze cards allow riders to purchase and use fare products beyond a single trip.

Physical Breeze cards can be purchased online, at Breeze vending machines, Ride Stores, and Reduced Fare offices.

A one-time $2 card fee applies when purchasing a physical Breeze card.

 

Can I use a virtual Breeze card?

Yes. Virtual Breeze cards provide the same benefits as a physical Breeze card and can be stored in your mobile wallet (Apple Wallet, Google Wallet or Samsung Wallet).

With a virtual Breeze card, riders can:

  • Purchase fare products
  • Add and manage value digitally
  • Tap and ride using a phone or smartwatch
  • Manage their card through the Breeze Mobile App or breezecard.com

Unlike open payment, virtual Breeze cards allow riders to purchase and use Round-Trip, 10-Trip, and 31-Day passes.

A one-time $2 card fee applies when purchasing a virtual Breeze card.

A Breeze account is not required.

 

Can I use a virtual Breeze card on Apple Wallet?

Yes.

Virtual Breeze cards can be added directly to Apple Wallet and used anywhere Breeze is accepted.

A one-time $2 card fee applies when purchasing a virtual Breeze card.

How to add a virtual Breeze card: Click Here

 

What is Apple Express Mode and how do I enable it?

Apple Express Mode allows you to pay your fare using a virtual Breeze card in Apple Wallet without unlocking your iPhone or Apple Watch, opening an app, or using Face ID or Touch ID.

Once Express Mode is enabled, simply hold your device near the fare validator to pay and ride. It is designed to make boarding faster and more convenient when using a virtual Breeze card.

How to Enable Apple Express Mode: Click Here 

 

Can I tap when my iPhone needs to be charged?

You may still be able to use your Breeze card in Apple Wallet when your iPhone battery is low. Compatible iPhones support Power Reserve, which allows Express Mode transactions for a limited period after the device powers down.

 

Can I use a virtual Breeze card on Google Wallet or Samsung Wallet?

Yes.

Virtual Breeze cards can be added directly to Google Wallet and Samsung Wallet and used anywhere Breeze is accepted.

A one-time $2 card fee applies when purchasing a virtual Breeze card.

How to add a virtual Breeze card:

To ride, simply tap your phone or smartwatch on the validator.

 

Can I use cash to pay my fare?

Yes. Cash is accepted on all Xpress buses.

Please note:

  • Exact change is required
  • Cash is valid for one-trip fares only
  • Cash fares do not include transfers

Customers may also purchase Breeze cards and tickets using cash at Breeze vending machines, Ride Stores, and Reduced Fare offices.

Fare Capping & Rider Policies

 

What is Fare Capping?

Fare capping ensures you never pay more than the cost of a Round-Trip fare in a single day when using eligible payment methods.

For example:

  • Green Zone: Two one-way trips would normally cost $6, but fare capping limits the daily cost to $5. 
  • Blue Zone: Two one-way trips would normally cost $8, but fare capping limits the daily cost to $7. 

To qualify for fare capping:

  • Both trips must occur within the same fare zone. 
  • The same payment method must be used for both trips. 
  • Trips must be at least three hours apart. 
  • Fare capping only applies when using Tap to Pay (open payment methods) or store value. 

Important: Fare capping does not apply to fare products.

Fare products include:

  • One-Trip tickets 
  • Round-Trip passes 
  • 10-Trip passes 
  • 31-Day passes 

For example, if you purchase an Xpress Green Zone One-Trip fare product in the morning and purchase another Xpress Green Zone One-Trip fare product later that day, the system will not automatically cap your fare at $5. In that case, you would pay the full cost of both fares ($6 total). To receive fare capping benefits, riders should use Tap to Pay (open payment) or store value rather than purchasing individual fare products.

 

 

Should I use the same payment method throughout my trip for Fare Capping to apply?

Yes. To ensure transfers and fare capping are applied correctly, you must use the same payment method throughout your trip.

Even if your debit or credit card is linked to your mobile wallet, the physical card and the mobile wallet version are treated as separate payment methods by the system.

For example, if you begin your trip using Apple Pay, you should continue using Apple Pay throughout your trip. Switching to the physical version of the same card may prevent fare capping or transfer benefits from applying.

Using better Breeze with Transit Partners

Is the better Breeze system compatible with Xpress regional transit partners?

Yes, the better Breeze system is fully integrated with all regional transit partners, including MARTA, CobbLinc, and Ride Gwinnett. All partners now use the same system, so you experience seamless travel across participating networks. Transfers are free or may have an upcharge depending on the originating agency.

 

How do I use better Breeze to transfer between Xpress and another transit system?

Transfers between Xpress and MARTA are free within a three-hour timeframe. If you are riding CobbLinc or Ride Gwinnett, you can transfer to Xpress with an upcharge. However, transfers are not available from Xpress to CobbLinc or Ride Gwinnett.

Transferring Using better Breeze Card:

  • Free transfers only apply between Xpress and MARTA when using your better Breeze card. Simply tap the same Breeze card on the fare payment system to complete your transfer.
  • Transfers to Xpress from CobbLinc or Ride Gwinnett require an upcharge, which will be deducted from the store value if available or the balance will go negative if no store value is available.

Transferring Using Open Payment Options:

  • If you are using a credit card, debit card, or mobile wallet, free transfers only apply between Xpress and MARTA. You must use the same payment method when beginning your trip and transferring to avoid being charged an additional fare.
  • Transfers from CobbLinc or Ride Gwinnett to Xpress using open payment will include an upcharge.

Important: Even if your bank card and mobile wallet are linked to the same bank account, they are treated as different payment methods by the system. Always use the exact same payment method when transferring.

 

Can multiple riders use the same card?

No. Each rider must use their own form of payment.

Do not pass back a Breeze card, bank card, or mobile wallet for another rider to use.

If traveling with children or someone without their own form of payment, additional fare products may be purchased at Breeze vending machines. You may also pay for a companion using a different contactless-enabled bank card than the one you used.

 

Breeze Accounts and Cards

Is a Breeze Account required to ride Xpress?

No. Riders can pay their fare using a credit card, debit card, mobile wallet, or cash without creating a Breeze account. You can even use the Breeze virtual card without setting up an account if you like. 

A Breeze account is recommended if you would like to:

  • Manage your Breeze card online
  • Purchase and manage fare products online 
  • Protect your balance if your card is lost or stolen 
  • View account activity and trip history 
  • Access discounted fare options such as Round-Trip, 10-Trip, and 31-Day passes
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How do I create a Breeze account?

Create a Breeze account at breezecard.com or through the Breeze Mobile App.

Google Play: Click Here

Apple: Click Here

 

How do I reset my password?

  1. Select “Forgot Password” on the login screen.
  2. Enter your email address.
  3. Check your email for a verification code.
  4. Enter the code.
  5. Create and confirm a new password.
  6. Log in with your new password.
 
 

How do I link my Breeze card to my Breeze account?

Once you have a Breeze account, you can link your physical Breeze card to manage it online and access additional account features.

To link your Breeze card:

  1. Sign in to your account on the Breeze Mobile App or at breezecard.com.
  2. Select Add Card or Link Card.
  3. Enter your Breeze card number and any requested card information.
  4. Follow the prompts to complete the linking process.
 

Once your card is linked, you can:

  • View card activity and transactions
  • Add fare products and stored value
  • Set up autoloads
  • Manage your card online
  • Protect your balance if your card is lost or stolen

How do I transfer my balance from my former Breeze account?

Xpress, MARTA, CobbLinc, and Ride Gwinnett will accommodate balance transfers from registered legacy Breeze accounts to registered Breeze accounts through October 30, 2026.

Before beginning the transfer process, customers must have a new orange Breeze card or a new black Reduced Fare or Mobility card.

To transfer your balance:

  1. Visit breezecard.com.
  2. Sign in or create an account.
  3. Link your new Breeze card.
  4. Select “Transfer Legacy Card Balance/Passes.”
  5. Enter your old Breeze card number or Breeze Mobile 2.0 account email.
  6. Verify the transfer.
 

Balance transfers will not be available after October 30, 2026.

 

Can I convert my physical Breeze card into a virtual Breeze card?

Yes.

Currently, this functionality is only available for Android users with Google Wallet and Samsung Wallet.

If your physical Breeze card is linked to your Breeze account, you can transfer it to a virtual Breeze card through your mobile wallet. Any stored value and active passes associated with the physical card will transfer to the virtual card.

Once the conversion is complete, the physical card will be permanently disabled.

There is no fee to convert a physical Breeze card into a virtual card.

Support for converting a physical Breeze card to a virtual Breeze card in Apple Wallet is expected in Summer 2026.

How do I buy a Breeze card online?

Visit breezecard.com and select “Get a Card” and choose “Buy Cards Online”. 

Choose the card you would like to purchase, add fare products or stored value if desired, and complete checkout.

Your card will be shipped to you.

 

Can I buy and reload my Breeze card in person?

Yes. Customers may purchase and reload Breeze cards at:

  • Breeze vending machines
  • Ride Stores
  • Reduced Fare offices

Customers may also manage cards online through breezecard.com or the Breeze Mobile App.

 

Can I use the Breeze app as a way to pay for my fare?

No. The Breeze Mobile App cannot be used as a payment method.

To pay your fare, use:

  • A physical or virtual Breeze card
  • A credit or debit card
  • A mobile wallet
  • Cash

 

Can I link Apple Pay, Google Pay, or Samsung Pay to my Breeze account?

No. Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay are not connected to Breeze accounts.

Mobile wallets operate independently and are treated as separate forms of payment.

You may:

  • Use a debit or credit card stored in a mobile wallet for open payment
  • Use a virtual Breeze card stored in a mobile wallet

These are separate payment methods.

Institutional Partners

 

Who Are Institutional Partners?

Institutional Partners are organizations, such as employers, research institutions, or agencies, that purchase Breeze cards or transit passes in bulk for employees or members. Administrators can manage transit passes and assign them to employees through the Breeze portal, making it easier to support their teams’ commuting needs.

 

Are there any additional fare options available for purchase under Breeze?

No. There are no changes to fare options for Institutional Partners under Breeze. Institutional Partners will continue to have access to purchase calendar monthly passes, 10-Trip passes, and 20-Trip passes.

 

How will new cards be assigned to employees?

Administrators will assign new Breeze cards to employees through the Breeze portal.

 

Will administrators be able to add fare value to a Breeze card instead of a fare product?

No. Institutional Partners will continue to purchase and assign fare products rather than adding a dollar value to employee cards.

 

Will Institutional Partners be able to add a specific dollar value to new Breeze cards each month?

No. Institutional Partners will continue to purchase and assign fare products rather than adding a specific dollar value to employee cards.

 

When an employee is assigned a new card, will the fare be immediately available, or will employees need to wait until the first day of the month?

Fare will be immediately available once the card is assigned. However, monthly fare products will begin on the first day of the month.

 

Do employees need to activate the new Breeze card by tapping on the system?

No. The card is activated in real time when it is assigned within the portal.

Troubleshooting and Support

 

What security precautions are in place to protect my personal information?

  • The Breeze system is fully certified and compliant with Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS).
  • Payment information is encrypted during transmission.
  • Systems are continuously monitored for security vulnerabilities.
  • Sensitive data is securely encrypted and protected.

Can I get a refund if I lose my device or purchase the wrong ticket?

Refunds are not available through breezecard.com or the Breeze Mobile App.

If you believe you are entitled to a refund, please contact MARTA Customer Service at 404.848.5000 or Xpress Customer Service at 844-XPRSSGA (977-7742).

 

How do I contact customer support?

For assistance with Breeze, contact:

Xpress Customer Service
844-XPRSSGA (977-7742)

MARTA Customer Service
404.848.5000

Hours of Operation
Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Who to Contact for Additional Help

For help with the better Breeze app, you can call Xpress’ Customer Service at 844-XPRSSGA (977-7742) or MARTA’s Customer Service at (404) 848.5000

 

Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.