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# Tap to Exit in Affect

![Felix Feger](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/5a698896d49fbcf5b91c60cef5e0c903)

 Felix Feger

March 14, 2026

Heads up riders! Tap to exit is now in effect at the following stations. You must tap your card in order to exit and for the gates to open. Those that are caught fare-evading will be charged their fare. CCTV or other surveillance equipment may be used for legal consequences. Below are the following stations where Tap to Exit is in affect.

Union Station

Downtown Lego City 

Emergency HQ

Airport Metro Transit Center

Death Star City

Update June 15, 2026:  
All City Metro Rail stations require you to tap to exit. Those that didn't tap to enter the system will be charged their fare followed by a penalty fare. City Metro Transit Police is authorized to enforce fares.

 

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