Fares and late service in Phoenix
Posted on 15. Jul, 2009 by Tony Arranaga in Featured, Lo-cal, News
My friend Leland posted a Facebook status update over the weekend. Apparently he had gone out over the weekend to enjoy the new late night light rail hours in Phoenix, and ran into a problem when security asked to see his purchased fare. As you know, rail passengers use an honor or ‘proof of purchase’ system here in the Valley.
I think if you buy an unlimited day light rail pass for $3.50 at 6pm, it should continue working after midnight rather than having to purchase a new pass. Whoever in light rail didn’t think of that obviously doesn’t take it. How uninviting, are they trying to reduce riders?? We were checked while waiting and were pointed out the date on the ticket had just expired. So we had to buy new tickets.
Inquiring minds want to know… what’s up with that?? I emailed METRO spokesperson Hillary Foose. Here’s her response…
An all-day pass is valid for the transit day which expires at 2:59 a.m. the next day. So if you buy an all-day pass on Saturday, your pass is valid through 2:59 a.m. on Sunday morning.
And now you know. Your Friday and Saturday fares are good until the next morning at 2:59 a.m.
For more information on Valley Metro fares and how to purchase tickets online, click here.
chloerhea
16. Jul, 2009
Tony,
That is an excellent photo. The point of view and lighting are wonderful. Thanks for keeping up a great blog.
Chloe
Tony
16. Jul, 2009
Hi Chloe! I wish I could tell you the shot was skill… but it was all luck
Thank you so much for continuing to read!