Long Distance Buses Begin Fare Hikes for Kenyans Travelling Upcountry
Despite fare increases, transport companies have assured passengers that they remain committed to offering safe, reliable, and comfortable travel services across their routes...
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Long-distance bus companies in Kenya have begun implementing fare hikes, just days after the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) announced significant increases in fuel prices.
- Fare adjustments follow a fuel price review by EPRA, with super petrol up by Ksh16.65 per litre and diesel by Ksh46.29 per litre.
- Transline Classic is among the first companies to announce revised fares, with routes like Nairobi-Upcountry now costing Ksh1,700.
- These fare increases, attributed to rising operational and maintenance costs, are expected to impact thousands of travelers, particularly during upcoming holiday periods.
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Long Distance Buses Begin Fare Hikes for Kenyans Travelling Upcountry - May 2026
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