The automatic fare hike, which was approved two years ago, applies across the NJ Transit system, including rail service, buses and light rail.
A 15 percent rate hike - the first in nearly a decade - begins on Monday. A three percent hike kicks in on July 1 next year.
NJ Transit riders haven't had a fare hike during the Murphy administration, and the agency will be looking to stabilize its finances moving forward by instituting annual fare hikes, similar to the MTA and other transportation agencies.
When you consider congestion pricing in New York City which could begin in mid-June, New Jersey commuters stand to pay more no matter how they try to get into the city.
The MTA is also raising fares on express buses and monthly MetroCards.