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Can You Write Off Commuting Costs?
Short answer: No: commuting to your regular job is personal, but employers can give up to $340 a month tax-free for transit in 2026.
Ask HR about a pre-tax commuter benefit.
Records to keep: Keep receipts, statements (1098, 1098-T, 1099, W-2G), and a note of what each cost was for. Compare itemizing to the 2026 standard deduction before you claim.
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Commuting costs (bus, train, subway)
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Personal Tax Deductions
No: commuting to your regular job is personal, but employers can give up to $340 a month tax-free for transit in 2026.
BizWriteOffs provides educational information only and is not tax, legal, or accounting advice. Deductibility depends on your specific facts and records. Consult a qualified tax professional.
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No: commuting to your regular job is personal, but employers can give up to $340 a month tax-free for transit in 2026. Ask HR about a pre-tax commuter benefit.
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