SEPTA Proposes Fare Increases to Address $240 Million Deficit

The transit authority plans to eliminate discounts and raise fares across multiple services starting December 1, pending board approval.

SEPTA Key card users will see fare increases from $2 to $2.50, matching cash fare rates.
Regional Rail fares will rise, with Zone 1 seeing a drop from $5.25 to $4 for cash fares.
Free transfers will remain, and roundtrip flexibility will be added to the fare structure.
Public hearings are scheduled for October 16, with a board vote expected in November.
The fare hikes aim to generate $14.4 million annually but are not seen as a long-term solution.