METRO* Charge (What It Is + Is It Legit?)
✓ LegitimateThe "METRO*" charge is from Metro Transit. Metro public transit fare payment.
Metro Transit
Metro public transit fare payment.
Category
Travel
Avg. Charge
$1.75
Country
US
Billing Cycle
One-time
Cancel At
N/A
Support
See website
Why does this charge appear?
When you pay a Metro Transit fare using a contactless payment method like a tap-to-pay card or mobile wallet, the transaction is processed through a third-party fare payment system that truncates the merchant name to fit within standard banking character limits, resulting in the shortened "METRO*" descriptor on your statement. The asterisk following "METRO" is a common indicator used by transit payment processors to signal that additional detail exists beyond what is displayed, often followed by a city or route code depending on your bank's display format. If you recently rode a Metro Transit bus or light rail and paid with a debit or credit card, a charge of around $1.75 with the "METRO*" label is almost certainly your fare payment and is nothing to be concerned about.
What should you do?
Confirm your Metro Transit usage
Think back to any recent bus or rail trips you took using Metro Transit in the Los Angeles area. The METRO* charge on your statement represents a fare payment processed through Metro Transit's ticketing system, so check if the amount matches a single ride, day pass, or stored value top-up you made.
Review your account at metro.net
Log in or create an account at metro.net to view your TAP card transaction history. This will show you a detailed breakdown of when and where your Metro Transit fares were charged, helping you match the METRO* charge to a specific trip or account reload.
Check your TAP card activity
If you use a TAP card for Metro Transit, visit metro.net and look up your card's recent activity. The date and amount of the METRO* charge on your bank statement should align with a tap-in event or balance reload recorded on your TAP card account.
Contact Metro Transit if something seems off
If the METRO* charge amount does not match any Metro Transit trip or TAP card reload you remember, reach out to Metro Transit customer service through metro.net for clarification. Have your bank statement date and charge amount ready so a representative can trace the transaction on their end.
Is this charge fraudulent?
No, this is a legitimate charge from Metro Transit. However, if you did not authorize this charge or cancelled your subscription, you may be eligible for a refund.
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