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How Do Metro’s New Fares Compare to Subways Around the World?

Metro’s new, higher SmarTrip fares range from a base of $1.70 off peak to $2.10 peak, with a one-way ride costing as much as $5.75. How do subways around the world compare?

Written by Mary Yarrison | Published on July 2, 2012

This article appears in the July 2012 issue of The Washingtonian.

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