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This article analyzes the effects of recent fare increases by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) on student fares. The study compares before and after scenarios, revealing a $0.15 increase across all student fare categories. Monthly passes for local bus and student options have also seen significant changes. The article provides detailed comparisons of local and rapid transit costs, highlighting the financial implications for students relying on public transportation. Understanding these fare changes is crucial for budgeting and planning transportation in the community.
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Student Fares Before After Bus $0.75 Rapid Transit $1.00 Bus + Rapid Transit $1.00 • Bus $0.60 • Rapid Transit $0.85 • Bus + Rapid Transit $0.85 The fare increase is +$0.15 in every section of Student Fares.
Monthly Passes Before After Local bus=$48 Link pass=$70 Senior/Tap=$28 Student 5-day=$25 Student 7-day=$28 Commuter Zone 1=$173 Zone 9=$329 • Local=$40 • Link pass=$59 • Senior/Tap=$20 • Student 5-day=$20 • Student 7-day= N/A • Commuter Rail • Zone 1= $135 • Zone 9= $265
Before After • Local Bus CharlieCard • Rapid Transit CharlieCard
