Opal fares for NSW’s public transport network will rise by an average of 3.6 per cent from Monday – in line with inflation – while a weekly travel cap will remain unchanged.
Fares for child, youth and concession-card holders will increase by up to 24¢ for train journeys, 14¢ for bus or light rail and 22¢ for ferries. Discounted weekend fares for trips on Fridays will remain in force, which means ticket prices for trips on the last day of the typical working week will be capped at $9.35 for adults and $4.65 for child, youth and concession-card holders.Transport Minister Jo Haylen said the government had tried to limit fare increases to less than a dollar a week for the vast majority of passengers, given that many people were struggling to pay bills.
“These increases will ensure Transport for NSW is able to continue to invest in delivering reliable services for passengers,” he said. “Regular public transport users will continue to benefit from unchanged weekly travel caps to unlock free trips, transfer discounts and cheaper travel on Fridays.”