Bus fares increased from July; minimum fare at Rs. 40

Bus fares increased from July; minimum fare at Rs. 40

June 28, 2022   03:47 pm

Bus fares will be increased by 30% and the minimum fare will be revised to Rs. 40 with effect from the 01st of July, the Private Bus Owners’ Association says.

The decision was taken following a discussion with the officials of the National Transport Commission today (June 28).

Over the past few days, the bus operators have been calling for bus fares revision in line with the recent increase in fuel prices.

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