Express Tickets

Tickets or fare must be purchased through The Woodlands Express WE TIX App or at any Park and Ride terminal prior to boarding the bus. Physical fare/Smart Cards are available at all three terminals and must be purchased ahead of time, as drivers do not accept cash.
Passengers are encouraged to arrive at their stop at least 15 minutes early. Buses are filled on a first come, first served basis and only stop at designated locations. A ticket serves as proof of payment only and does not guarantee a seat on a specific bus or act as a reservation.

Charges, Refunds and Ticket Expiration

The Woodlands Township operates a no refund policy.  Purchases made within the app, or at the park and ride cannot be changed, cancelled, or refunded.  The decision to change, cancel or refund a purchase is made at The Woodland Township’s sole and absolute discretion. 

 

Download the Ticketing App

Mobile Ticketing App

The Woodlands Express Park and Ride has a mobile ticketing app, allowing riders to purchase tickets on their smartphones anytime, anywhere. The QR code on the app’s welcome screen can be scanned under the validator, while Smart Cards should be tapped on the contactless payment symbol. Either method will deduct a valid ride from the user’s wallet.

Riders using the app can pay for tickets using a credit or debit card, or digital payment services. Both round-trip tickets and ticket books, which give riders 20 round trip tickets, are available. The app is available for download from both the Apple App Store and Google Play.

Mobile Ticketing App Instructions(PDF, 676KB)

Smart Cards

The Woodlands Township is making commuting easier with the WE TIX Smart Card, a convenient tap and go payment option for riders of The Woodlands Express. Designed to simplify boarding, the Smart Card provides a faster and more efficient way to travel.

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For a limited time, Smart Cards are available at no charge for the first 12 months. In 2027, Smart Cards will be available for purchase for $2 each. Cards can be picked up at any Woodlands Express Park and Ride location.

How to Get Started

Linking your Smart Card to your WE TIX account is quick and simple:

  1. Visit the web portal
  2. Log in to your account
  3. Select “ID and Add”
  4. Choose “WE TIX SC” from the dropdown menu
  5. Enter the barcode number from the back of your card
  6. Do not select "Dependents"
  7. Select “Add”

Once completed, your Smart Card is ready to use.

How It Works

Load your preferred fare product onto your WE TIX account and simply tap your Smart Card when boarding. Your fare is automatically deducted.

A Better Way to Ride

The WE TIX Smart Card is part of The Woodlands Township’s continued commitment to improving transit services and enhancing the rider experience. By streamlining the process, riders can enjoy a more seamless and reliable commute.

Ticket Policy

Paper Tickets Policy

  • Township-printed paper tickets will not be sold after December 31, 2026.

  • All Township-printed paper tickets will expire on December 31, 2027, and will not be accepted by the Township for Woodlands Express service.

  • Only mobile tickets, smart cards or any other single-use fare cards that are issued by the Township and compatible with the onboard ticket validation system will be accepted after December 31, 2027.

  • All Township-printed paper tickets sold by The Woodlands Township not used by December 31, 2027, can be converted into mobile fare or transferred to an account-based system for use with a mobile phone or a smart card.

  • Any remaining such paper tickets will be accepted by the Township for conversion up to December 31, 2028. After that date, no Township-printed paper tickets will be accepted for conversion.

  • Paper tickets issued by the Brazos Transit District (BTD) or Montgomery County are not accepted for fare or conversion.

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