Metro to increase fares Sunday, among other changes

WASHINGTON - Metro is implementing increased fares, among other changes, starting Sunday.

Metrorail fares will increase by 10 cents during peak hours, and 25 cents during off-peak hours. All Metrobus fares will increase by 25 cents.

Metrorail hours are extending to 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday nights, while stations will close at 11:30 p.m Monday through Thursday and at 11 p.m. on Sunday.

Changes are being made to Metrorail and Metrobus routes.

Metrorail changes include:

Metrobus changes include:

The WMATA is implementing changes in an effort to close a budget gap and provide additional time for maintenance.