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Best Credit Card for Public Transit

Compare the top credit cards for subway, bus, train, and public transportation and find which one earns the most rewards.

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Best Pick
American Express Green Card card art
American Express Membership Rewards

American Express Green Card

3x
points per dollar
6.0%
effective return
$150/yr
annual fee

3x on On Transit Including trains, buses, ferries, subways, and more

More Good Options

  • Citi Strata card art
    Citi ThankYou Points
    Citi Strata
    3x
    pts/dollar
    4.5%
    return

    3x on Select Transit

  • Wells Fargo Attune card art
    Wells Fargo Cash Rewards
    Wells Fargo Attune
    4x
    pts/dollar
    4.0%
    return

    4x on public transit, electric vehicle charging, and select thrift stores

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  • Amazon Visa card art
    Amazon Rewards
    Amazon Visa
    2x
    pts/dollar
    2.0%
    return

    2x on Local Transit and Commuting (Including rideshare)

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  • Bilt Palladium Card card art
    Bilt Rewards
    Bilt Palladium Card
    2x
    pts/dollar
    4.0%
    return

    2x base rate (no bonus for Public Transit)

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