History Of Mta Fare Increases 2025. The mta’s fare increases follow a predictable pattern, occurring every two years. The mta board approved on wednesday a budget plan for 2025 that includes public transportation fare hikes and toll increases slated to take effect next summer.

According to mta documents, the fare and toll increases are scheduled for august, following public hearings. On wednesday, the mta board voted to approve its $19.9 billion 2025 budget that assumes a 4% fare and toll increase.