The MBTA is set to introduce three new fare discounts this fall while also keeping two of its summer commuter rail deals in place for longer. The announcement from Gov. Maura Healey's office signals that lower-cost travel options will remain part of the agency's pricing plans as the busy fall season begins.
One of the biggest extensions is the 50% discount on monthly commuter rail passes. According to the announcement, that offer will now continue through November, along with another summer commuter rail promotion that is also being carried forward.
Beyond commuter rail, the MBTA plans to test three additional fare discounts across the rest of the transit system. The available details indicate these will be pilot programs, though the announcement did not spell out every element of the new discounts in the excerpt provided.
For riders across Greater Boston, the move means more fare relief could be available in the months ahead, especially for regular commuters watching transportation costs. The extension of the commuter rail savings and the rollout of new pilot discounts suggest the MBTA is continuing to experiment with ways to make transit more affordable.
