There's been a lot of press for some of the changes that have come to the restructured fares and associated increases on the MBTA system. It costs more for the buses and the trains on per ride fares, more if you use cash or a CharlieTicket. The Green Line above ground outbound rides are no longer free. The inner and outer express buses cost more, as does the commuter rail. Of course the MBTA is quick to retort that there are no longer exit fares charged at the end of the Red or Green Lines. Combo Pass holders under the old fare structure now pay less for service under this pricing structure (but a lot of subway only pass holders are paying more).
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