TORONTO – The TTC – and commuters, no doubt – are hoping to see faster commute times starting Monday as all streetcar lines begin all-door boarding.
The new system allows riders to board a streetcar through all doorways, provided they carry some proof of payment, such as a transfer or Metropass.
TTC inspectors will watch for fare-jumpers, who risk a fine of $235.
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All-door boarding was already permitted on several crowded streetcar lines, including the King, Queen and Spadina lines.
Past transit studies have pointed to boarding times as a major factor in streetcar slowdowns, adding as many as 15 minutes to the King line in particular.
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