Getting a metroCARD is easy
You can buy a metroCARD and add a minimum starting balance to it at many locations across metropolitan Adelaide.
A card fee applies to the purchase of all metroCARDs excluding Seniors Cards.
When you buy a metroCARD, you can use your card immediately.
| Card type | Cost | Starting balance | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular | $5.00 | +$5.00 | $10.00 |
| Concession | $3.50 | +$5.00 | $8.50 |
| Student | $3.50 | +$5.00 | $8.50 |
Find your nearest metroCARD Agent
Fare Vending Machines
Fare Vending Machines are available on board every train and tram, and at many bus interchanges and popular locations.
Fare Vending Machines (PDF 111kb)
Browse locations by map
You can view the current list of metroCARD Agents visually by map.
| Adelaide City metroCARD Agents | Suburban Adelaide metroCARD Agents |
|---|---|
| View MA Locations - CBD in a larger map |
View MA Locations - Suburbs in a larger map |