Posts tagged Unlimited Passes
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WMATA wants your opinion on its next budget (and you should give it to them)
It’s been in the news, at the WMATA Board, and here on Greater Greater Washington. Now, WMATA has officially opened up public comments for its next budget, which includes more late-night service, free transfers between bus and rail, fare increases, some bus service increases, and a larger number of bus cuts. Keep reading…
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Can the new WMATA budget save you money with a SelectPass?
The WMATA board has approved a budget for the coming fiscal year, beginning in July. Riders will benefit from Yellow Line trains running to Greenbelt, all Red Line trains going to Glenmont, and new unlimited SelectPasses which are an even better deal than before with free bus rides. Keep reading…
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Bus Transformation #5: Expand and improve unlimited passes
We pay a flat fee for unlimited talk and text on our phones, for unlimited Internet (mostly), for unlimited access to Netflix or Amazon Prime services. Subscription services are popular with consumers. Shouldn't transit be the same way? Keep reading…
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Your recommendation for a better Metro pass is…
I asked, and you answered: here are the results of the survey I set up to collect riders' thoughts on WMATA's current and potential pass products. What do you think of the recommendations? Keep reading…
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Your recommendations, and a few more questions, for Metro unlimited passes
Recently we asked readers how Metro could improve its unlimited passes for commuters and visitors. You gave us some great feedback, which we've rounded up here — and now you have the opportunity to weigh in further! Keep reading…
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How could Metro improve its unlimited passes?
Metro wants to improve its unlimited passes for both commuters and visitors, and they want to hear from you. What do you think Metro should do to make this work? Keep reading…
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What I learned from my first month using a Metro Select Pass
I recently moved to Capitol Hill and started taking transit to work again. I was excited to finally be able to use the Metro Select Pass, a variable value pass designed for people who use Metro daily. I kept data on my travels for the month of March. Here's what I learned. Keep reading…
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Metro’s “pick your own price” pass will become permanent. Here are 3 ways it can continue to grow.
WMATA’s SelectPass, new this year, is a good deal for almost anyone who rides Metro daily. It’s been a pilot program, but soon will likely be permanent. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Less money, more problems
Poverty rising in the east; Service cut snapshots; DC workers left behind; Circulator buses safer; Arlington acts on Airbnb; Keeping housing affordable; SelectPass success; Teen riders speak; Derailment in Hoboken; And…. Keep reading…
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How much could you save with a Metro SelectPass? Use our updated calculator to find out!
WMATA has expanded its new monthly pass program, SelectPass. Now, you can buy a pass for nine different levels of fares based on your travel patterns. What’s right for you? We’ve created a calculator. Keep reading…