US EditionBART riders to pay more in 2026 as fares, ridership rise with inflation
BART expects to generate $15.6 million from the 6.2% fare increase as ridership rose 11.6%, reflecting inflation and a $375 million budget gap.
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BART riders to pay more in 2026 as fares, ridership rise with inflation
BART will raise fares by 6.2% on New Year's Day, citing inflation and long-term financial pressures, even as ridership continues to climb across much of the transit system, the transit agency said.
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BART Rewards Loyal Riders With A Fare Hike Of 6.2%
BART will raise fares by 6.2 percent on New Year’s Day, citing inflation and long-term financial pressures, even as ridership continues to rebound across much of the system. The increase will push the average fare up about 30 cents, from $4.88 to $5.18, based on inflation recorded in 2023 and 2024. Short trips, such as Downtown Berkeley to 19th Street/Oakland, will rise by about 15 cents, while longer rides, including the Antioch-to-Montgomery S…
BART will increase fares by 6.2% on New Year’s Day, citing inflation and long-term financial pressures, even though the number of passengers continues to rise in large part of the public transport system, according to the transport agency. The increase in fares will raise the average travel price by 30 cents, from $4.88 to $5.18, based on inflation in 2023 and 2024. A short trip, such as Downtown Berkeley to 19th Street/Oakland Station, will ris…
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