the base fare for the connector are $2.00 in local routes; $4.25 on routes 393, 394, and 395; $0.50 on routes 422, 423, 424; $5.00 on route 480; and $7.50 on route 699. fares are paid in cash (exact change), metrobus weekly unlimited bus "flash" pass, or wmata issued smartrip card.