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Image Description: The image above shows a close up of the new Breeze Card sitting on the “tap to go” payment feature on top of the new faregates. The new faregates and validators will have open payment where customers can tap a bank card or mobile wallet.
Project Overview
MARTA is replacing its entire fare collection system with a modern, flexible system that is easier and more secure. The new system will keep the popular Breeze name, but all fare collection equipment and fare media will be updated. This major investment in state-of-the-art technology will prioritize equity and regional mobility to prepare Atlanta for the future.
RIDER ALERT
Better Breeze fare equipment is being installed in phases systemwide.
Installing new faregates may change the way customers can enter/exit stations across the system. Pay special attention to signage and announcements at rail stations to navigate the ongoing fare equipment installation.
Faregate Equipment Installation Schedule
Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025 – Ashby Station:
East faregates close. Use nearby west faregates.
Monday, Nov. 10, 2025 - Georgia State Station:
All faregates under construction. Use emergency gates on lower concourse to access station. Third-floor access to state facilities close. Customers must have fare to exit at destination.
In Progress – Lindbergh Center Station (SE faregates):
Southeast faregates closed. Use southwest faregates on Garson Drive or northeast faregates across from MARTA headquarters.
In Progress – Lindbergh Center Station (NW faregates):
Northwest faregates close (next to bus loop). Use northeast faregates across from MARTA Headquarters.
In Progress – Doraville Station:
South faregates closed (long-term parking side). Use center faregates at bus loop or north faregates at Kiss & Ride.
In Progress – Dunwoody Station:
Upper concourse faregates near parking deck closed. Use emergency gates for access. Customers must have fare to exit at destination.
In Progress – East Point Station:
South faregates closed. Use north faregates between White Way and Thompson Ave. Plan additional travel time.
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Image Description: The image above shows new faregates and Breeze machines installed at Lindbergh Station. The new system will go live in Spring 2026. Stay tuned for more information.
Current Status
Construction. Customer transition begins April 2026.
Construction and equipment installation is being done in phases to maintain access to all rail stations. The Better Breeze project launched a pilot in September 2025 with the removal of old equipment and installation of new equipment at Lindbergh Station. Construction at other stations will be phased in throughout late 2025 and into early 2026. Current Breeze cards and mobile app will not work on the new fare equipment until the transition in April 2026.
Image Description: Construction workers are shown removing old faregates at the south end of Lindbergh Station.
Better Breeze Features
Once the systemwide transition is complete in April 2026, customers will experience:
Image Description: Two construction workers install a large black plywood construction barricade around new faregates at Lindbergh Station.
Additional Information for Customers and Partners
NEW! OPEN PAYMENT: Beginning April 2026, customers can pay their fare using a credit or debit card or mobile wallet.
FARES REMAIN UNCHANGED:
- $2.50 for a one-way trip
- $1 for Reduced Fare and streetcar
- $4 for Mobility
BREEZE CARD HOLDERS: Beginning April 2026, Breeze card holders can purchase new cards at Breeze vending machines, Ride Stores, Reduced Fare offices, and pop-up locations systemwide. Current Breeze card holders must spend down the existing fare on their account. Account balances DO NOT carry over.
BREEZE MOBILE APP USERS: Beginning April 2026, Breeze Mobile app users will need to delete Breeze Mobile 2.0 and download the new Breeze Mobile app. Customers must create a new account to purchase fare through the new app. Current Breeze Mobile 2.0 app users must spend down the existing fare on their account. Account balances DO NOT carry over to the new app.
BREEZE TICKET USERS: Beginning April 2026, Breeze tickets will be available for purchase at Breeze vending machines in rail stations, streetcar stops, bus rapid transit line stations, and transit hubs. Follow prompts on the Breeze vending machine screen to purchase fare.
CASH CUSTOMERS: Cash will still be accepted as fare payment on local bus routes. Cash transactions remain available to purchase a Breeze ticket or card at a Breeze vending machines, Ride Store, or Reduced Fare office.
REDUCED FARE AND MOBILITY: Beginning April 2026, eligible customers will have the option of getting a new card OR downloading the new mobile app. Visit a Reduced Fare office, email
reducedfare@itsmarta.com or call 404-848-5112.
INSTITUTIONAL AND SALES PROGRAM PARTNERS: MARTA’s institutional partners should email
partnerprograms@itsmarta.com.
REGIONAL TRANSIT PARTNERS: CobbLinc, Ride Gwinnett, and ATL transit agencies will transition to the Better Breeze fare collection system, and transfers between these systems and MARTA will remain available.
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Image description: MARTA Deputy General Manager Rhonda Allen demonstrates how to use a new Breeze vending machine at Lindbergh Center Station. New equipment will be installed but not available for use until the customer transition period in April 2026.
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Please submit comments or questions regarding the project to:
custserv@itsmarta.com.