peak fares
Busy-time ticket costs
Peak fares are the higher prices charged for travel during busy periods—typically rush hours on weekday mornings and evenings when commuters flood trains and buses.
Transit systems and airlines use peak pricing to manage demand and maximize revenue: I avoid peak fares by taking the 10 a.m. train.
The opposite is off-peak fares.
- rush hourBusiest commuting period
- rush hour trafficCongestion during commute times
- morning rushEarly day congestion
- commuteRegular work travel
- surchargeExtra fee added
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