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Metra proposes at least 13% fare increase for next year in 2026 budget plan

Metra riders will likely see fare increases next year as transit agencies try to make up for lost COVID relief funds.

Metra unveils proposed 2026 budget, with riders to pay more

Metra riders should expect to pay an average of 13% more per ride next year as the commuter rail service proposes fare ...
Mass Transit

Metra’s proposed 2026 operating budget includes fare increase, no service reduction

The 2026 proposed operating budget is 1.7% lower, or $18 million less, compared to 2025, which Metra says mostly reflects ...

Metra considers fare increase in 2026 for first time since 2018

Metra is considering raising their fare prices for the first time since 2018.The Regional Transportation Authority is ...
Trains

Metra budget for 2026 calls for fare increases but no service cuts

Metra plans a fare increase as part of its proposed 2026 budget, a $1.1 million plan that includes other measures to address a projected $68 million funding shortfall but no cuts in service. The ...

Metra fares to increase under proposed budget. Here's how much riders will pay

Metra commuters should anticipate a double-digit fare increase next year as the transit agency prepares for a funding ...
Crain's Chicago Business

CTA plans 10% fare hike, joining Metra in raising rates

The CTA plans a 10% fare hike next year, joining Metra in raising rates as Chicago transit agencies face a post-pandemic ...

Public invited to event highlighting public transportation in Columbus

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - METRA in Columbus will host it’s annual ‘Communities in Motion Day’ at the end of this month. The ...
Time Out

Metra will test a prototype Cafe Car across its busiest lines starting today—here’s what to know about the new transit concept

The Café Car runs on the Rock Island Line through October 2 and will later be parked at LaSalle Street Station for a day of viewing. From there, it heads across BNSF, Milwaukee District North and West ...