Onboard Validator
Fast and convenient boarding
When boarding, hold your payment method near the validator or scan the QR code from the app. Once the validator confirms your fare, you’re ready to ride.
Wave launches October 15!
Discover an easier way to pay and ride OC Bus FREE from October 15 to 31. Learn more.
Flexible Ways to Pay Your Fare
Choose a payment method that fits your lifestyle and makes travel convenient and affordable.
Flexible Ways to Pay Your Fare
Choose a payment method that fits your lifestyle and makes travel convenient and affordable.
Wave Card
Provides Best Fare Guarantee for:
Daily rides Monthly rides
- Register to protect your balance if lost or stolen
- Add money online or at participating retailers
- Required for reduced fares
- Free two-hour transfer included
Wave Mobile App
Provides Best Fare Guarantee for:
Daily rides Monthly rides
- Free virtual card that eliminates the need to carry a physical card
- Reload funds instantly in your account
- Add cash at select retailers
- Free two-hour transfer included
Contactless Payments
Provides Best Fare Guarantee for:
Daily rides
- Debit or credit card equipped with wireless technology
- Apple Pay, Google Pay or Samsung Pay using your phone's mobile wallet
- No account or Wave card required
- Free two-hour transfer included
Cash on Board
Best Fare Guarantee is not supported for daily or monthly rides.
- Available for single rides only
- Exact fare required
- Does not include free transfers or fare capping
Getting Started
New to Wave? Follow our step-by-step guide to start riding.