That means riders using SEPTA Key, PATCO, or contactless payments now pay $2.50 for Metro services like subways, buses, and trolleys, up from $2. Regional Rail fares also climbed, with increases ranging from 25 cents to $2 depending on the station and payment method.

The change means SEPTA Key cardholders and people who pay with credit and debit cards would no longer be charged $2 for a ride and instead pay the full fare of $2.50.

The 7.5% fare increase, which took effect Sunday, was approved by the SEPTA board on Nov. 21. It is expected to add $14.4 million in annual revenue. SEPTA last raised fares in 2017.

With the start of December, SEPTA's base fares increased 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.

Be prepared to pay more to ride on SEPTA.

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.