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Pierce Transit Adds App Payment for Runner Service

Thursday, June 25, 2026

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Pierce Transit will introduce a new payment method for its Runner on-demand service starting July 1, 2026. The Runner service connects Puyallup residents to key destinations including downtown Puyallup, South Hill, and nearby Sumner.

Riders can now pay directly through the Pierce Transit On Demand app using credit or debit cards. All other payment options remain available, including the Transit App, Token Transit app, ORCA card, and passes. Discounted fares continue for qualified passengers using ORCA cards. Cash payments are not accepted, and youth 18 and younger ride free.

The change is part of Pierce Transit's ongoing efforts to improve service for Puyallup residents. The Runner service operates within Puyallup city limits and surrounding areas, providing flexible transit options for commuters and residents.

📄 Source: Pierce Transit — Service Updates — https://www.piercetransit.org/news

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Pierce Transit will introduce a new payment method for its Runner on-demand service starting July 1, 2026.“null”
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The Runner service connects Puyallup residents to key destinations including downtown Puyallup, South Hill, and nearby Sumner.Not found in the source record — unverified.
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Riders can now pay directly through the Pierce Transit On Demand app using credit or debit cards.“Beginning July 1, there will be an additional way to pay for your Runner rides. If you book your ride through the Pierce Transit On Demand app, you can now pay directly in the app using a credit or debit card on a per-ride basis.”
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All other payment options remain available, including the Transit App, Token Transit app, ORCA card, and passes.“All existing payment options will continue to be accepted, including Transit App, Token Transit app, ORCA card, and passes.”
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Discounted fares continue for qualified passengers using ORCA cards.“Discounted fares are available for qualified passengers when using an ORCA card.”
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Cash payments are not accepted, and youth 18 and younger ride free.“Cash is not accepted, and youth 18 and younger ride free.”
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The change is part of Pierce Transit's ongoing efforts to improve service for Puyallup residents.Not found in the source record — unverified.
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The Runner service operates within Puyallup city limits and surrounding areas, providing flexible transit options for commuters and residents.Not found in the source record — unverified.