SEPTA riders $2.50 to travel by bus, subway and trolley. Single-trip Regional Rail fares are also increasing anywhere from $0.25-$1 depending on where you get on and off.The price hike comes as SEPTA implements a 7.

With the start of December, SEPTA's base fares increase base to $2.50 on Sunday. However, a new influx of funding has postponed a second, more drastic fare rate increase planned for next year.

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- SEPTA fares are going up on subways, trolleys, and buses, beginning on Sunday, Dec. 1. The board approved the 7.5 percent increase earlier this month, as the transit agency faces a massive $240 million budget deficit.

SEPTA raises fares by 50 cents to address a $240M budget deficit, while passes remain unaffected. Other planned hikes are deferred thanks to federal highway funds. Transfers remain free, and three stations are reclassified to benefit passengers.

SEPTA’s first fare hike in seven years goes into effect on Sunday, Dec. 1. The discounted base fare increases from $2 to $2.50 on buses, subways and trolleys. That's the same as the current cash fare.

As a fare increase is now in effect. Fares on buses, subways and trolleys are increasing by 50 cents. Regional Rail Service fares are also going up. The hike is happening as SEPTA faces a $240 million budget deficit. Officials say the increase is necessary to maintain current service levels.

Most single-trip fares on Regional Rail will also go up to make Travel Wallet and Quick Trip prices the same. SEPTA says the fare increases are expected to bring in nearly $14.5 million in annual revenue.

With the start of December, SEPTA's base fares increase base to $2.50 on Sunday. However, a new influx of funding has postponed a second, more drastic fare rate increase planned for next year.

The 7.5% hike raises Travel Wallet transit fares from $2 to $2.50. Most single-trip fares on Regional Rail will increase as well. But all daily, weekly and monthly passes will stay the same price.