Metra Fare Hike By the Numbers: Will You Still Buy the 10-Ride Ticket?
Metra's board voted to drop the discount on its 10-ride ticket. Now it costs the same as 10 individual fares, instead of nine. Tell us what you think of the decision. Plus, Patch breaks down the numbers surrounding the increase.
If there's one thing you can say about the increase in Metra's 10-ride ticket, it's that you get what you pay for. The Metra board of directors voted 8-2 on Friday, Nov. 16, to make the 10-ride ticket cost as much as 10 individual tickets, ABC 7 News reports. Currently, the price of the 10-ride ticket is equal to nine individual tickets. READ: Check Out the Full ABC 7 News Story for More Details The increase goes into effect Feb. 1. Because no one demanded it, Patch breaks down the numbers surrounding the 10-ride fare hike. Metra fares are dependent on distance. Here's how much that 10th ticket will cost for a commuter to travel from his or her home station to downtown Chicago. What are other commuters paying to make it to work? Here's a …
Thankful n Tinley
6:55 am on Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Nice work on the train station in Tinley. Beauuutiful with the 30 seats available for commuters to sit around the fire place while the baker in the kitchen is busy filling display cases for pricey treats the dozen or so commuters may buy. An excellent well thought out plan. Ltd seating but wide open spaces and a gourmet kitchen. What a wonderful concept. Now Take a walk through your neighborhood … more ›