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Does Valley Metro Rail
code as Transit?

Know exactly how your credit card will categorize a purchase at Valley Metro Rail — before you tap.

Codes as expected
VisaMastercardAmexDiscover
MCC Code
4111
Category
Local and Suburban Commuter Passenger Transportation
Reward Category
Transit
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Best cards for Valley Metro Rail
Chase Freedom Unlimited
5% back on travel via Chase
5% back
Citi Custom Cash
5% back on top spend category (auto)
5% back
Amex Blue Cash Preferred
3% back on transit
3% back
Amex Green
3x MR on travel & transit
3x MR
Chase Sapphire Reserve
3x UR on travel
3x UR
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Frequently asked questions
What MCC code does Valley Metro Rail use?
Valley Metro Rail uses MCC 4111 — Local and Suburban Commuter Passenger Transportation. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to Valley Metro Rail by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does Valley Metro Rail count as local and suburban commuter passenger transportation for credit card rewards?
Yes — Valley Metro Rail codes as Local and Suburban Commuter Passenger Transportation (MCC 4111), so purchases here should earn bonus rewards on cards that offer a local and suburban commuter passenger transportation category bonus.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at Valley Metro Rail?
The best card depends on how Valley Metro Rail codes. Since it uses MCC 4111 (Local and Suburban Commuter Passenger Transportation), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.