January 30, 2025|
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|10 months agoGeneva Pioneers Free Public Transport for Youth and Discounted Senior Travel
Geneva implements groundbreaking free public transport program for residents under 25 in education or low-income situations, while halving fares for elderly passengers.
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- Geneva implemented free public transport for residents under 25 in education or low-income situations
- The program started on January 1, 2025
- Elderly passengers now pay half price for public transport
- The initiative is funded through Geneva's surplus tax revenues
By The Numbers
CHF32 million
Initial budget allocation
CHF40-45 million
Expected total sales
45 minutes
Initial waiting times at ticket offices
They Said
"It's not free transport but rather transport on offer"
"The canton's bet is not to attract motorists to public transport but to establish the habit of using public transportation in young people"
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Geneva's Revolutionary Transport Initiative
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Program Details and Eligibility
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Financial Framework and Implementation
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Public Response and Initial Impact
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