Bus Fare Increases
Sri Lanka's National Transport Commission announced a significant increase in bus fares effective July 6, 2026, with minimum fares rising from Rs. 30 to Rs. 34. The increase varies by service type and distance, with normal services below 100km increasing by 12% and routes 100km or above increasing by 20%.
Rs. 34 for a bus ride—finally, a price point that screams "luxury" while you're wedged between a guy eating kottu and someone's shopping bags. At this rate, taking an Uber might actually feel like the budget option.
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The minimum bus fare will be increased from Rs. 30 to Rs. 34 with effect from July 6: National Transport Commission (NTC) Normal Services; Below 100km - by 12% 100km or above - by 20% Luxury Services; Below 100km - by 12% 100km or above - by 15% #lka #SriLanka #BusFare https://t.co/dUe6BYGZkL
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Bus fares increased by 12%; Minimum fare at Rs. 34 Read more: https://t.co/RtlvMdRIWl #lka #srilanka #adaderana #news #lanka #srilankanews #Bus #fares