OC Transpo fares, then and now

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With another boost in fares hitting commuters on Tuesday, we compare OC Transpo prices from 1994 and 2004 to today’s figures.

For those taking public transit on Canada Day, don’t fret! Buses are free all day, though the price hike will kick in July 2.



1994

Single rides

Adult, cash: $1.60
Adult, tickets: $1.30
Express, cash: $2.70
Express, tickets: $2.60

Monthly passes

Adult, regular: $54
Adult, express: $69
Student, regular: $44.50
Senior: $24



2004

Single rides

Adult, cash: $2.60
Adult, tickets: $1.80
Child, cash: $1.35
Child, tickets: $0.90
Express, cash: $3.75
Express, tickets: $2.70

Monthly passes

Adult, regular: $63
Adult, express: $78
Student, regular: $51.75
Student, express: $60
Senior: $25.75



July 1, 2014

Single rides

Adult, cash: $3.45
Adult, Presto: $2.77
Child, cash: $1.85
Child, Presto: $1.53
Express, cash: $4.90
Express, Presto: $4.18

Monthly passes

Adult, regular: $100.75
Adult, express: $124.25
Student (13-19), regular: $80.25
Student (13-19), express: $94.25
Senior: $40.75

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