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MTA fare hikes revised with new rules and rider benefits

30.09.2025

MTA fare hikes revised with new rules and rider benefits

The MTA re-jiggered its proposed fare increase plan following backlash, and the agency made changes such as a reduced weekly limit, longer ticket expiration, and new rules governing family tickets to mollify riders.
Jogbani–Danapur Vande Bharat Express Launches in Bihar

13.09.2025

Jogbani–Danapur Vande Bharat Express Launches in Bihar

The newly introduced Vande Bharat Express from Danapur to Jogbani is set to transform the way Bihar sees passenger travel.
Puja Special Trains Announced via Gorakhpur for Festivals

07.09.2025

Puja Special Trains Announced via Gorakhpur for Festivals

Indian Railways has launched Puja Special Trains through Gorakhpur in order to meet the increased traffic during Dussehra, Diwali, and Chhath.
VIA Rail Highlights Strong Impact of Canada Strong Pass

07.09.2025

VIA Rail Highlights Strong Impact of Canada Strong Pass

The Canada Strong Pass by the summer campaign of VIA Rail achieved phenomenal returns since over 50,000 Canadians rode the train with reduced or complimentary pricing from June 20 through September 2, 2025.
Croatia boosts cross-border trains to Slovenia

07.09.2025

Croatia boosts cross-border trains to Slovenia

Croatia added four new cross-border trains to Slovenia, boosting frequencies on the Zabok–Rogatec corridor and extending daily commuting opportunities, regional connections and international cooperation among HŽ Putnički prijevoz and Slovenske železnice.
Renfe AVE replaces Avlo on Madrid–Barcelona HSR

04.09.2025

Renfe Unifies Services Under AVE on Madrid–Barcelona HSR

From September 8, all the HSR trains on the Madrid–Barcelona line will be operated by Renfe through its brand AVE only. This change replaces Avlo services but retains existing schedules, traffic volume, as well as competitive fares for commuters on the high-traffic high-speed corridor.
Southern Railway Festival Special Trains 2025

02.09.2025

Southern Railway Announces Special Trains for Festivals

Southern Railway to run festival special trains for Diwali and Chhath 2025 to clear extra rush of passengers. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
French Rail Ticket Tax Faces Public Backlash in France

31.08.2025

French Rail Ticket Tax Faces Public Backlash in France

French Rail Ticket Tax and How the Public Responded. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Digital Rail Transformation in Slovakia for Passengers

27.08.2025

Digitalization of the Countrywide Railway Network in Slovakia : Ensuring Efficient Travelling

Slovakia rolls out nationwide digital ticketing pilot in move to modernize travel, boost efficiency and offer passengers easy access to trains across the country.
The MBTA will launch enhanced fare enforcement on September 8 to reduce revenue loss and fund improvements across its transit network. The initiative aims to strengthen rider accountability and ensure smoother operations.

23.08.2025

MBTA launches stricter fare checks to boost service quality

The MBTA will launch enhanced fare enforcement on September 8 to reduce revenue loss and fund improvements across its transit network.
ScotRail will permanently remove peak fares from September 1, allowing passengers to pay the same fare at any time of day and making rail travel more affordable across Scotland.

23.08.2025

ScotRail Abolishes Peak Fares Across Network

ScotRail will permanently remove peak fares from September 1, allowing passengers to pay the same fare at any time of day and making rail travel more affordable across Scotland.
SEPTA will implement significant changes on August 24, affecting daily commutes and raising costs for riders throughout the Philadelphia region.

23.08.2025

SEPTA service changes and fare updates across Philadelphia

SEPTA will implement significant changes on August 24, affecting daily commutes and raising costs for riders throughout the Philadelphia region.