Public Transport and Three-Wheeler Fares Hiked Following Fuel Price Revision 📈

Sri Lanka’s public transport costs have increased sharply effective today, triggered by a significant jump in diesel prices. • Bus Fare Revision: The National Transport Commission (NTC) has implemented a 12.19% increase across all service categories (Normal, Luxury, and Super-Luxury). • Fare Thresholds: The minimum bus fare rises from Rs. 27 to Rs. 30, while the maximum fare increases to Rs. 2,422 (previously Rs. 2,159). • Fuel Impact: The revision follows a cumulative Rs. 93 increase in Lanka White Diesel, which rose from Rs. 303 to Rs. 382 per litre on 22 March, exceeding the 4% threshold required for interim adjustments. • Three-Wheeler Rates: In the Western Province, the starting fare for the first kilometre has increased from Rs. 100 to Rs. 110, with subsequent kilometres set at Rs. 90. • Regulatory Compliance: The NTC has instructed both SLTB and private operators to adhere strictly to these approved rates. Passengers can report overcharging via the 1955 hotline. This adjustment marks the first significant fare change since July 2025, reflecting the immediate impact of energy costs on the transportation and logistics sector.