CTA Proposes First Fare Hike in Seven Years
The Chicago Transit Authority's 2026 budget includes a 25-cent fare hike on bus and rail, marking the first increase in seven years.
The proposed budget has $2.23 billion in spending, up $130 million from 2025, despite facing a $112 million deficit.
- Fare hikes will be introduced for the first time since 2018.
- Fares will remain roughly 15% lower in real terms compared to seven years ago.
CTA's ridership is still 30% below pre-pandemic levels, with 321 million expected in 2025.
Illinois' comeback story starts here.
Author's summary: CTA proposes fare hike in 2026 budget.
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