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When the New York City Transit Authority was created in July 1953, the fare was raised to 15 cents (equivalent to $1.71 in 2023) and a token was issued. [102] In 1970 the fare was raised to 30 cents. [103] This token is 23mm in diameter with a Y cut out, and is known as the "Large Y Cutout".
A reduced fare program refers to special programs providing particular passengers with a discounted fare option for travel on a public transport system. In the United States, public transportation systems that receive federal funding are required to offer, at minimum, half fares to the elderly and handicapped persons during off peak travel. [1]
OMNY fare caps were implemented on February 28, 2022. [159] [160] Since June 1, 2022, riders who qualified for reduced-fare MetroCards could also use OMNY with their contactless bank cards or smart devices, paying half the standard fare. At the time, reduced-fare OMNY cards were unavailable. [161]
Half-Price MetroCard Program Won't Include Single Rides - New York City, NY - The so-called Fair Fares program for low-income New Yorkers will only cut prices for seven- and 30-day MetroCards.
Anna Quinn, Patch Staff. Posted Mon, Feb 14, 2022 at 4:16 pm ET. The discounted MetroCard program, Fair Fares, will be made permanent in the new city budget, according to Mayor Eric Adams ...
Rides bought through OMNY will cost $2.75 apiece, just like with the MetroCard. But straphangers can only pay per ride until the technology is rolled out across the entire subway and bus system.
Seniors Card - South Australian issued Seniors cards are pre-programmed for use as metroCARDs. Travel is free for seniors card holders, but the card must still be validated for travel. [4] [5] Regular metroCARD - for all other passengers not eligible for discounted fares. Regular metroCARDs cost $5 to purchase and are subject to full priced fares.
Politics & Government MTA Fare Hikes: 5 Things You May Not Know From a $1 MetroCard fee to how to save on a 30-day, tips to keep in mind as subway increases take effect Sunday.