UTA proposes an increase to a $3 base fare. But first, it wants to hear from Utahns

By: Alixel Cabrera

Outlets: Utah News Dispatch

Published: August 7, 2026

Words: 508

Last Updated: 1 week, 4 days ago

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After 13 years of paying $2.50 to ride a local Utah Transit Authority bus or train, commuters may see a fare increase to $3 next year. But first, UTA officials say they want to hear their feedback.

“This would help offset the increased costs that have happened over 13 years,” said Gavin Gustafson, senior public information officer at UTA. “I can’t think of anything that hasn’t gone up over the past 13 years, and so …

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