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Two points, Micheal:

London's passes are also based on zones, not just a set distance. The problem with Metro's widely variable fare structure is that going one extra stop might change your ride price during peak hours.

The larger issue is one of price structure. The notion that passes are supposed to give free off-peak travel is kinda funny - there's nothing inherent to passes that does that, it all depends on the price. That same logic applies to price caps as well - it all depends on where you set the cap.

For that, I see no compelling reason to add passes for the sake of having passes. I also tend to agree with SCS, as I'm not sure that giving Metro funds in advance is really all that big of a benefit to them...

by Alex B. on Dec 16, 2009 3:34 pm • link • report

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