Bus Fare Increases in Krasnodar, But Not for Trams and Trolleybuses
Fare for rides on public buses in Krasnodar will be boosted to 55 rubles.
Get ready for a change in your bus rides, folks! If you're taking a bus in Krasnodar that operates under a gross contract, you'll notice an increase in the fare to 55 rubles. This update will affect 17 bus routes, but fear not – the cost for trams and trolleybuses remains unchanged.
You might be wondering why the bus fare hike, and here's the lowdown: According to Andrey Beluguin, director of the transport department, the increase is to partially compensate for the carriers' costs. As it stands, passenger revenue covers only a meager 34% of expenses for these services.
The proposed fare adjustment is currently undergoing public review and examination by the city prosecutor's office. If you're curious about more details, head on over to the municipal website for further information.
Previously, there were rumors swirling about an overall increase in public transport costs in the regional center. However, the good news is that trams and trolleybuses will keep their affordable prices, despite rent and energy expenses for these electric transportation modes potentially being lower compared to diesel buses.[^1^]
^1^ While exact figures for Krasnodar are unavailable, it's a common trend worldwide that electric transit systems may have lower operating costs compared to diesel buses, due to factors such as lower fuel prices and less maintenance requirements.
- The bus fare in Krasnodar for routes operating under a gross contract will increase to 55 rubles, as announced by the transport department.
- Contrarily, the fares for trams and trolleybuses in Krasnodar will continue to remain the same.
- The resolution to increase bus fares is currently under public review and review by the city prosecutor's office.
- The public transportation industry in Krasnodar is grappling with expenses that exceed the passenger revenue, necessitating a fare increase for certain services.
