URGENT UPDATE: Glasgow Subway fares are set to increase starting January 5, 2024, impacting daily commuters across the city. Adults using a Smartcard will face a 15p rise in single journey fares, now costing £1.80, while daily fares will increase by 20p to £3.40.
This decision, confirmed by the **Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT)**, comes as part of a broader suite of fare hikes that will also affect park and ride services. Child fares will see a modest increase of 5p, while disposable ticket prices remain unchanged, with adult single tickets staying at £1.85 and daily disposable tickets at £4.45.
In addition to fare increases, the price of weekly adult Subway season tickets will rise by 50p, and the 28-day season ticket will now cost £55 online or £60 at stations. The cost for a six-month ticket will climb by £10, and the annual ticket will increase by £15.
Parking fees at three key park and ride sites—**Bridge Street**, **Shields Road**, and **Kelvinbridge**—will also see hikes. Short-term parking will increase by 5p for 30 minutes and 1 hour, while parking for 2 hours will rise by 10p.
This fare increase is expected to impact thousands of daily travelers, raising concerns about affordability in a challenging economic climate. Commuters are urged to prepare for these changes and plan their budgets accordingly.
What’s Next: As the January deadline approaches, commuters will want to stay informed about additional updates from SPT. The impact of these fare increases could prompt discussions on public transport accessibility and affordability in Glasgow.
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