Miami-Dade Transit Fares Are Going Up for the First Time in 13 Years

Miami-Dade County Launches All Electric Public Transit Bus Line MIAMI, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 22: People gather at a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) station for the launch of Metro Express, the County’s first-ever BRT system and the longest all-electric service in the nation on October 22, 2025 in Miami, Florida. The system, which will use sixty all-electric buses, is 20 miles long and runs parallel to US-1 from Dadeland South Metrorail Station to Florida City. Metro Express will run on a dedicated lane protected by gate arms and prioritized during rush hour. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images) (Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

By Martica Lopez

Because apparently, living in Miami wasn’t expensive enough already!

Starting in January 2027, Miami-Dade County is increasing Metrobus and Metrorail fares for the first time in 13 years.

A one-way ride will jump from $2.25 to $2.75. Now, 50 cents might not seem like a big deal, but if you’re taking public transportation to and from work five days a week, that’s an extra $260 a year!

So, Why the Increase?

Miami-Dade officials say the fare hike will help bring in approximately $9.2 million and save 13 bus routes from being eliminated.

And for my Downtown Miami people who love the free Metromover, enjoy it while you can! County officials are considering a $1 fare, although nothing has been approved yet.

Free and discounted rides will still be available for eligible residents.

Between the cost of housing, groceries, and now getting to work, our wallets can’t seem to catch a break!

At this rate, even taking the bus is becoming a luxury in the 305!