1 day ago · Passengers on Metro-North and Long Island Rail Road trains could face $8 fines if they keep waiting until after the train leaves to activate their mobile tickets.

Starting in January, NYC Metro-North and LIRR commuters will have to pay a $2 surcharge fee if they don't activate their tickets before boarding their trains

1 day ago · Activate your ticket late on Metro-North? New policies mean you could face fine The MTA, which operates the railroad, said the policy changes simplify ticketing rules and speed up the fare ...

Commuter Rail to Implement Fines for Late Mobile Ticket Activation Metro-North and Long Island Rail Road passengers may soon face $8 penalties if they delay activating their mobile tickets until after …

2 days ago · NEW YORK (PIX11) – Did you forget to activate your ticket before boarding a LIRR or Metro-North train? The MTA will hit you with a fine starting on Jan. 4.

3 days ago · Riders will receive their 11th trip free within any 14-day period. The MTA also plans to impose a surcharge on riders who repeatedly activate mobile tickets after boarding a train.

Aug 8, 2025 · Quote Do the people proposing auto-ticket activation on LIRR & Metro North actually ever ride the train? Cause it is a horrible idea. Quote Why should I have to pay for my ride when the …