The changes, approved by the MTA board in September, are designed to keep the transit system operating safely and reliably while keeping increases gradual and predictable, according to the transit agency.
The adjustments take effect as the agency completes its transition to tap-and-go fare payment across subways and buses.
LIRR And Metro-North
Monthly and weekly tickets on the Long Island Rail Road and Metro-North have increased by up to 4.5%, while other ticket types rose by up to 8%, according to the MTA.
Peak CityTickets now cost $7.25, while off-peak CityTickets are $5.25. All one-way trips within New York City are now capped at those same prices.
The surcharge for tickets purchased or activated onboard trains has increased by $2 to $8, including purchases made through the TrainTime app.
There were no fare increases on Metro-North’s West of Hudson lines or for trips to and from stations in Connecticut.
Subway, Bus, And Access-A-Ride
The base fare for subways, local buses, and Access-A-Ride has increased by 10 cents, rising from $2.90 to $3. Reduced fares have increased from $1.45 to $1.50, according to the MTA.
A rolling seven-day fare cap is now permanent. Riders who pay for 12 trips within a seven-day period will not be charged for additional rides during that week.
At the base fare, riders will pay no more than $35 in a seven-day period, while reduced-fare customers are capped at $17.50, the agency said.
Express bus fares have increased from $7 to $7.25, with reduced fares rising to $3.60. A new rolling fare cap limits express bus riders to no more than $67 for unlimited express bus, local bus, and subway travel within seven days.
Single Ride tickets now cost $3.50, up from $3.25. The fee for a new OMNY card will increase to $2 once MetroCards are no longer accepted later in 2026, the agency said.
There are no changes to discount programs for seniors, people with disabilities, students, or Paratransit Zero Fare riders.
Tolls
Toll rates at all MTA-operated bridges and tunnels have increased by 7.5% for both E-ZPass and Tolls by Mail users, according to the agency.
Existing toll discount programs for residents of Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island remain in effect.
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