Ottawa residents who ride the much talked about red and white OC Transpo buses will pay more as of July 1.

A child fare will jump to $1.75, regular adult fare will be $3.30, and an express fare will be $4.65.

The average increase is 2.5 per cent.

July 1st is also when OC Transpo plans to introduce the new PRESTO smart card which is to help eliminate the need for bus passes, tickets and cash.