After CT bus’s free fares go away, ridership takes a dive
- Date: 06/05/2024
When a bus ride in Connecticut was free, Jonathan Parrilla found himself hopping on public transit in Bridgeport. But he…
When a bus ride in Connecticut was free, Jonathan Parrilla found himself hopping on public transit in Bridgeport. But he…
The William Penn Foundation has awarded the city of Philadelphia, Pa., a $578,340 grant from for the city’s zero-fare pilot…
Public transportation access in rural communities is a tough issue for residents, but now there is a new option for…
Freebee, a FREE, unlimited door-to-door, on-demand shuttle service, is now available to Wellington residents aged 55 and older. The service…
Riders of the Worcester Regional Transit Authority’s buses will be boarding the buses for free for another year. The Authority’s…
Since its launch in March 2023, Santa Cruz METRO’s Youth Cruz Free program has been making waves. The initiative, which provides free…
Bozeman, MT’s recent population growth has left some folks behind. A 2023 Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Areas of Persistent Poverty (AoPP) grant strives to create equitable access for underserved communities.
The first six months of a pilot program allowing free bus rides on two Metro Transit routes indicates that the…
Starting March 1, a new Maui Bus Fare-Free Transit Program begins on Maui, allowing qualified individuals to utilize Maui Bus…
Eliminating transit fares can have benefits that ripple across a local economy and improve livelihoods.
Toll boxes may soon be revamped on all RideKC buses if the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority reinstates fares to…
In late 2023, Albuquerque became the largest U.S. city to fully embrace fare-free public transportation. This decision came after nearly…
Over the last four years since the pandemic began, many politicians and members of the public have similarly come to…
Military veterans and people over the age of 60 will have access to a free shuttle service to run errands…
It’s happening: The city of Albuquerque is permanently eliminating public bus fares, becoming the largest U.S. city to embrace this…
This week, city leaders voted to give veterans free public transportation on ‘The Beaumont Zip.’ The idea can be traced…
Last fall, the county’s ridership averaged around 18,000 a month; now, it’s nearly at 30,000 monthly riders. The Call N’…
In the wee hours of the morning, Albuquerque, New Mexico’s City Council made its free-transit experiment permanent. It used to…
The City of Iowa City says that ridership on City buses is up 38% in September 2023, when compared to…
The St. Petersburg City Council has approved funding for free bus rides specifically for work, healthcare and other life-sustaining trips…
City officials and program partners provided an update and additional information about Zero Fare, a new City-funded transit access pilot…
The City of Iowa City announced on Wednesday that the launch of Fare Free Iowa City in August has led…
Local government officials and human services staff identified at-risk populations in their communities who faced food insecurity and transportation difficulties.…
In 2017, Luxembourg started a free tram service to get residents out of single-occupancy vehicles. The convenience of cars still…
The Maui County Council voted unanimously to approve the creation of a fare-free bus pass program, an initiative that Councilmember…
Philadelphia city employees and some residents living in poverty can get free SEPTA passes beginning Friday as part of a…
Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority is preparing to launch its new fare program for individuals experiencing homelessness in Austin. The HMIS…
In order to help provide those who need it with transportation, Central Community Transit has started a pilot program to test…
This summer, New York City and Boston are piloting zero-fare ridership on select public transit routes. Meanwhile, cities like Denver,…
Getting from here to there is a lot easier for senior citizens of Canal Winchester and Lithopolis with a free…
Have more mobility news that we should be reading and sharing? Let us know! Reach out to Sage Kashner (kashner@ctaa.org).
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