Transit fares going up Monday
Posted June 30, 2019 4:32 pm.
Last Updated June 30, 2019 4:34 pm.
VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) — It will cost you a bit more more to catch a bus or train down to Canada Day celebrations tomorrow.
TransLink is increasing fares yet again to fund its $2-billion expansion and improvement plan. The annual fare increase goes into effect on the 1st.
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Single use fares are jumping by five cents, DayPasses by 25 cents, and monthly passes will cost you an extra two to three dollars.
For example, a single use, one-zone ticket for adults will now be $3.00, while all-zone DayPasses for adults will be $10.50, and one-zone adult monthly pass will be $98.
The 10-year expansion plan is meant to boost ridership, reduce overcrowding and bring in expanded bus and SkyTrain service across the Lower Mainland.
