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NOTICE OF PUBLIC OUTREACH

Metrolink is facing significant financial pressure due to rising costs and reduced operating funding. As we assess our financial outlook, we are evaluating service reductions and a potential fare increase, which could take effect as early as October.  

On June 26, 2026, the Metrolink Board of Directors will hold a Public Hearing on the following proposals:  

Fare Increase 

Metrolink has not raised fares in the last 13 years, despite periods of high inflation and significantly increased operational costs. Proposed changes include: 

• Making the current ticket structure and discounts part of Metrolink’s regular fare structure 
• Raising fares for One-Way Tickets by up to 15% 
• Raising the price of the SoCal Day Pass by up to $2 on weekends and by up to $5 on weekdays

 

Reduced Service 

Potential service reductions may include: 

• Fewer trains during peak hours, resulting in longer wait times.  
• Elimination of weekend service. 
• Fewer midday and late-night trains.  
• Adjustments to lines, including shortened routes with some trains no longer serving stations at the end of the line.

 

 

How to Comment on These Proposals 

Your voice matters. Metrolink offers customers and the public the following ways to share your feedback:  

• Submit your comments to https://metrolinktrains.com/ecomments 
• Attend a virtual public meeting on May 13 or 14, 2026, from 5-6 p.m.  
• May 13:  https://scrra.zoom.us/j/84443238325 
• May 14:   https://scrra.zoom.us/j/87260758190 
• Attend the Public Hearing on June 26, 2026, online or in person.

  

To request translation for this meeting, please email communityrelations@scrra.net at least 72 hours before the meeting.