Starting December 9, 21 cities in Chile will experience a increase of $10 in public transportation fares, as reported by the Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications. This adjustment affects both general rates and preferential rates for students and seniors, marking the beginning of a thaw in prices that had been on hold for several years.
Which cities will see this increase?
Among the affected towns, Iquique, Antofagasta, Valparaíso, Concepción and Linares stand out. In addition, the increase will be applied in other important cities such as Alto Hospicio, Calama, Chillán, Castro and Quellón, among others. This readjustment in transport public It covers both high-density urban areas and smaller towns distributed throughout the country.
How will the increase be distributed in the regions?
In the Metropolitan Region, the increase It is not contemplated at this stage, but in regions such as Valparaíso and Biobío the impact will be significant. Cities such as Quintero, Puchuncaví, Talcahuano and Tomé will also experience the adjustment in their rates. Meanwhile, in the south, areas such as Chiguayante and Hualpén are part of the list of towns included in this readjustment.
What does this change mean for users?
The increase has a direct impact on the budget of families that depend on the public transport daily. Although the increase is $10 per trip, this cost can add a significant burden in the case of workers and students who use multiple sections per day. The authorities stressed that preferential rates will continue to be available for seniors and students.
What justifies the increase in rates?
According to the Ministry of Transportationthe unfreezing of rates will allow progress in projects that seek to improve the quality of service. This includes modernizing the fleet and implementing measures to make transportation more efficient. The authorities stressed that the process will be gradual so as not to generate an abrupt impact on families.
