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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 14d

Today, the MTA Board approved changes to fares, tolls, and ticketing policies, all to take effect in 2026.

Read all the fare and policy changes across the subway, buses, Access-A-Ride, @mtalirr.bsky.social, and @mtametronorth.bsky.social here: mta.info/fares2025

Changes to MTA fares and tolls in 2025

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 29m

“The subway is everything!” 🚇

Cardi B shared her memories of growing up in NYC and taking the subway and bus.

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 19h

Today, we're celebrating 1 billion rides taken on the subway thus far in 2025! As always, thanks for riding with us 🚇 🎊

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 20h

Our latest Customers Count survey is now open: mta.info/surveysocial

Whether you ride the subway, bus, @mtalirr.bsky.social or @mtametronorth.bsky.social, your feedback helps us improve service for everyone. Plus, if you complete the survey, you can enter a drawing to win a $100 OMNY gift card!

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 3d

An incoming storm is expected in our area starting tomorrow, with periods of heavy rain and high winds.

Give yourself extra time when traveling, and use caution on trains, buses, and in stations.

Check mta.info or the MTA app for service updates, or sign up for real-time alerts at mta.info/notify.

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 4d

Real texts coming from E-ZPass come from 39769, start with EZPNY, and will include only links to E-ZPassNY.com or TollsByMailNY.com.

To check your toll status and make payments, visit e-zpassny.com or download the Tolls NY app.

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 4d

FYI: Another wave of fake toll texts is being sent to New Yorkers!

These messages claim you owe money and include a phishing link. Don’t click on the link, and don’t answer the text. E-ZPass and Tolls by Mail never send unsolicited payment demand texts like this.

Image of two text message screenshots side by side. The left one is labeled 'Example Scam Text" and shows a fake spam text about paying E-ZPass tolls and features a phishing link. The right text message screenshot is titled "Real Text From E-ZPass NY" and showcases a legitimate text from E-Pass NY and Tolls By Mail.

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 4d

Here is your weekend map! 🗺️

Full resolution version: mta.info/weekend-map

Weekend service change map between October 11-12, 2025

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 4d

Happy Friday! The cool weather’s rolling in and that means sweater weather is finally here! 🍂

If you’re planning on heading out, check out our planned service changes for this weekend ⬇️
www.mta.info/article/mta-...

MTA Weekender: October 10-13, 2025

There are service changes on the subway, LIRR, and Metro-North this weekend. Here's how that will affect how you get around.

www.mta.info

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New York Transit Museum @nytransitmuseum.bsky.social · 6d

#OnThisDay last year, #StatenIsland's rapid transit got a major upgrade when the R211S entered service. The state-of-the-art cars now run on the SIR (Staten Island Railway).

These photos, from the inaugural ride, show the first R211S train to depart from St. George Terminal. 📷: @MTA.info

The inaugural R211S ride commences on the train platform in Staten Island, New York.

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 7d

Learn more and stay tuned for more updates on forthcoming commemorative projects, new works, and public programming: www.mta.info/press-releas...

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 7d

Featured speakers in the video:
Jackie Chang
Kiki Smith
James Little
Barbara Takenaga
SHESHE Dance
Bill Brand

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 7d

We’re kicking off the yearlong celebration with a sneak preview of a video recognizing the milestone (above), new digital art commissions, artwork on the Park Avenue Viaduct at 116th St, Open House New York tours, and our new logo mark courtesy of Giorgia Lupi's team at Pentagram.

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 7d

From poetry, to live musical performances, posters, photography, digital art, events, and more than 400 site-specific contemporary artworks, Arts & Design brings art everywhere, for everyone.

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 7d

This year, MTA Arts & Design is celebrating 40 years of delivering transformative art experiences across the MTA system.

Since 1985, the artworks produced by Arts & Design have been a visible expression of MTA’s commitment to enhancing stations and trains for our riders.

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 10d

The OMNY system upgrade is now complete. You may see delayed charges to your bank card or OMNY card as our system catches up from a recently completed upgrade.

You will not be overcharged. Monitor your trips and charges at OMNY.info.

Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 13d

While we upgrade the OMNY system, you will not be able to buy or load OMNY Cards for some time this weekend (October 3-5).

The upgrade will begin on October 3 at 10 p.m. and is expected to be completed by Sunday, October 5.

Learn more: omny.info/system-upgrade

Image of hand holding OMNY Card in front of OMNY Card Vending Machine

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 11d

Here is your weekend map! 🗺️

Full resolution version: mta.info/weekend-map

MTA weekend service change map for October 4 - 5

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 11d

Heads up for OMNY Card users! You won't be able to buy or reload an OMNY Card from 10 p.m. Friday to Sunday while we make upgrades to the OMNY system. Load your card now or tap and ride with your phone or debit/credit card.

Here are this weekend’s service changes: www.mta.info/article/mta-...

MTA Weekender: October 3-6, 2025

There are service changes on the subway and LIRR this weekend. Here's how that will affect how you get around.

www.mta.info

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 11d

MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber, Construction & Development President Jamie Torres-Springer, and Chief Accessibility Officer Quemuel Arroyo joined advocates and officials for a ceremonial groundbreaking at the Middletown Rd station (6 line) as it undergoes full ADA accessibility improvements.

Image of the elevator rendering at Middletown Rd station

MTA officials and advocates at the ceremonial groundbreaking

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 13d

The MTA Memorabilia & Collectibles Pop-Up Shop is back! This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to purchase pieces of NYC transit history 🚇

DETAILS:
October 16 and 17 from 9am - 2pm
23 Avenue X, Brooklyn, NY 11223 (outdoors)
Take the D train to Bay 50 St

Learn more: www.mta.info/article/new-...

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 13d

Trip and charge history will also be unavailable. Tapping at the turnstile or on buses will not be affected.

Load your OMNY Card for the weekend before Friday evening, or use your contactless card or device to tap and ride throughout the weekend.

Learn more: omny.info/system-upgrade

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System upgrade

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 13d

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 13d

On October 6 and 7, MTA Bridges and Tunnels will be holding hybrid public hearings about the implementation of modern technology recently authorized by NY State for the Weigh-in-Motion and Work Zone Speed Enforcement programs.

Submit online comments and register here: https://lnkd.in/exJz9CHj

Overhead view of a busy road with various vehicles, marked areas highlighting where cameras are mounted on a sign gantry and the Weigh-In-Motion (WIM) sensors installed on the roadway.

A photo of a work zone on busy highway full of traffic

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 14d

The MTA Board has approved new fare changes and ticket policies for the LIRR, which will go into effect starting in 2026.

You can see more information about the new fares and a summary of the policy changes here:
https://www.mta.info/fares-tolls/2025-changes

An interior view of an LIRR M9 train, with people seated and suitcases and vehicles stored overhead.

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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 14d

The MTA Board has approved new fare changes and ticket policies for Metro-North, which will go into effect starting in 2026.

You can see more information about the new fares and a summary of the policy changes here:
www.mta.info/fares-tolls/...

The interior of a Metro-North train, with people seated as well as standing by the doors.

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