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🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Motorists turn to public transport amid fuel price hike, but free fares unlikely

Public transport usage in New South Wales has surged due to rising fuel prices, yet the state government is resistant to reducing fares or implementing free transport options.

Mar 23 • 02:21 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

More than $4.5m in fines issued for $7,000 in lost revenue since 50c fares introduced

Queenslanders have been fined over $4.5 million for fare evasion since the implementation of 50-cent fares, recovering only about $7,000 in lost revenue.

Mar 22 • 19:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The government has removed the 'capping' on domestic flight fares.

The Indian government has lifted the cap on domestic flight ticket prices, allowing airlines to set fares freely while advising them to maintain transparency and balance to avoid burdening travelers.

Mar 22 • 12:44 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Warning about taxi fraud at Oslo Airport: Very high prices

Avinor warns travelers of potential taxi fraud at Oslo Airport, where drivers banned from the taxi area are operating from parking lots and charging excessive fares.

Mar 20 • 14:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

Europe’s biggest airlines say fuel price spike caused by Iran war will drive up fares

Major European airlines warn that rising fuel prices due to the conflict in the Middle East are likely to increase airfares, urging passengers to book flights early.

Mar 19 • 13:04 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Uber seeks dialogue as Lagos drivers continue strike

Uber Technologies is engaging with drivers after a strike in Lagos disrupted ride-hailing services due to complaints about rising costs and low fares.

Mar 18 • 13:36 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

TOHOH ⟩ A well-known taxi app robs money while abroad: this setting must be definitely turned off!

The article discusses increased Uber fares in Estonia and abroad, suggesting users need to change settings to avoid being overcharged.

Mar 18 • 13:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Ticket has been canceled, now Eid will not be celebrated at home...', the pain of Indians caught in the war

Indians living in Gulf countries are facing rising flight fares and uncertainty due to the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel, impacting their ability to celebrate Eid with families back home.

Mar 18 • 06:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

War in Iran: airlines raise fares and cancel flights after kerosene price surge

European airlines are increasing prices and cutting flights due to a spike in aviation fuel prices caused by the war in the Middle East.

Mar 17 • 19:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The bus fare in the AMBA has increased: how much does the ticket cost starting today, Monday, March 16

Bus fares in the Greater Buenos Aires area have increased by 7.6% as of March 16, affecting national lines and differentiating costs based on registered and unregistered SUBE users.

Mar 16 • 13:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Adif Delays the Reopening of the Cut AVE Line to Malaga and It Will Not Be Operational During Easter Holidays

The AVE train line to Malaga will not reopen in time for the Easter holidays, causing significant economic losses in the tourism sector.

Mar 16 • 12:39 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Public transportation fares increase again in AMBA: the minimum will reach $700

The transportation fare in the Metropolitan Area of Buenos Aires is set to increase to $700, marking the second hike this year.

Mar 16 • 11:25 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ride-hailing drivers shut down operations over low fares

App-based drivers in Lagos and Ogun states have halted operations to protest low fares and rising operational costs.

Mar 16 • 02:35 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Bolt, Uber drivers begin three-day strike in Lagos

Drivers using app-based platforms in Lagos, including Bolt and Uber, are on strike for three days to protest unfavorable working conditions and low fares.

Mar 15 • 18:33 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

Trapped in Bangkok by the war in Iran, a nightmare of canceled flights and outrageous fares: "Prices skyrocketed, it felt like the stock market"

Two directors from a museum in Turin find themselves stranded in Bangkok due to flight chaos caused by the war in Iran, facing increased fares and uncertainty.

Mar 15 • 08:35 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Late-night autonomous taxis in Gangnam to charge fares starting April…only base fare applied

Starting in April, late-night autonomous taxis operating in the Gangnam area will transition to a paid service, charging a base fee depending on the time of use.

Mar 15 • 02:49 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Fuel hike: FCT residents lament rising transport fares

Residents of the Federal Capital Territory are distressed over a significant increase in transport fares due to a hike in petrol prices across Nigeria.

Mar 13 • 12:01 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

War in the Middle East and its devastating impact on tourism: canceled flights, rising fares, and losses of 600 million dollars per day

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has severely disrupted global tourism, leading to canceled flights, increased travel fares, and significant financial losses.

Mar 13 • 09:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

JR East to raise fares for the first time on March 14, with cost increases more pronounced in urban areas, widening fare differences with private railways

JR East will implement a fare increase on March 14, marking its first adjustment since the company's establishment in 1987, with fares in urban areas seeing a more significant rise.

Mar 12 • 21:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

To accelerate the energy transition... 'Lower public transport fares and increase electric vehicle subsidies'

The South Korean government is urged to use its recent oil price cap not only for price stability but also as a catalyst for energy transition and security by reducing reliance on fossil fuels and promoting renewable energy.

Mar 12 • 20:15 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Consumers are kneeling under the pressure of rising prices: Gasoline approaching €2, increases in airline fares and KTEL

Consumers in Greece are facing increasing financial pressures due to rising prices in fuel, transportation, and essential goods.

Mar 12 • 18:51 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

War in the Middle East: Air France and KLM increase their long-haul fares in response to rising fuel prices

Air France and KLM are raising their long-haul ticket prices by an average of €50 for economy class due to soaring fuel costs driven by the Middle Eastern conflict.

Mar 12 • 14:01 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Vacation in a Hotel: Extra Cost for the Mattress

The article reflects on the decline of air travel comfort over the decades, linking it to the rise of low-cost airlines that prioritize cheap fares over passenger experience.

Mar 12 • 12:57 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The Rise in Fuel Prices Affects Travel Tickets: Tallink Has Already Increased Prices

The rise in fuel prices is impacting ticket prices for travel, leading Tallink to raise some fares.

Mar 11 • 18:48 UTC
🇮🇳 ABP Ananda
National & Local

Mamata Banerjee Exclusive: If gas prices rise, auto fares may also increase, what does Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee say?

Mamata Banerjee warns that an increase in gas prices could lead to a rise in auto fares and potential disruptions in public transport.

Mar 11 • 11:15 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
World

Airlines around world hike fares as Iran war sparks global fuel price surge

Several airlines worldwide are increasing ticket prices significantly due to a surge in jet fuel costs resulting from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Mar 10 • 16:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Qantas hikes international air fares citing volatile oil prices from war in Middle East

Qantas is raising its international air fares due to volatile oil prices stemming from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Mar 10 • 07:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Group is captured for defrauding transport apps to increase trip values

A group was apprehended for creating fake profiles on transportation apps and manipulating trip destinations to inflate fares.

Mar 9 • 13:06 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Middle East War Pushes Up Petrol, Food Prices

Rising tensions in the Middle East are driving up petrol and food prices in Nigeria, impacting transport fares and the cost of living.

Mar 9 • 10:07 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Full list of people who can now get a third off train fares

Seven additional groups now qualify for a Disabled Person's Railcard in the UK, allowing them to receive a one-third discount on train fares.

Mar 5 • 03:15 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Krakow Authorities Under Fire for Public Transport Fare Increases

Krakow's decision to increase public transport fares has sparked significant criticism and protests from residents, prompting the city to revise its original fare hike plans.

Mar 4 • 14:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ferry-boat fares will increase by 3.61% starting Friday; here are the details

Ferry-boat fares in Bahia, Brazil, will rise by 3.61% effective Friday, affecting both passengers and drivers.

Mar 3 • 22:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

City Council of Campo Grande approves a R$ 12 million tax exemption for the Guaicurus Consortium

The City Council of Campo Grande approved a bill that exempts the Guaicurus Consortium from R$ 12 million in taxes to keep public transport fares low.

Mar 3 • 17:05 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

Frankfurt Midfielder: Farès Chaïbi is the Ninja for Eintracht

Frankfurt midfielder Farès Chaïbi is rising to prominence as a key player for Eintracht, likened to a ninja hero from popular manga.

Mar 2 • 17:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

First-in-30-years rule change cuts £300 from some train fares from today

A new rule change in the UK will freeze certain train fares, saving commuters over £300 a year on specific routes.

Mar 2 • 07:03 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

How to Save Hundreds on Train Tickets

A simple strategy can significantly reduce train fares for trips between Stockholm and Sundsvall, where ticket prices can be cut nearly in half by splitting the journey into two separate bookings.

Feb 27 • 18:50 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Most Prague taxi drivers are foreigners, mandatory Czech may raise prices

A majority of taxi drivers in Prague are foreigners, and a new requirement for mandatory Czech language skills could lead to increased fares.

Feb 27 • 17:30 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

High cost of flying leaves Kimberley residents feeling isolated

Western Australian residents in the Kimberley region are struggling with the high costs of air travel, despite new discounted fares.

Feb 26 • 23:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Councilors of Campo Grande vote for tax exemption of R$ 12 million to the Guaicurus Consortium

The Municipal Chamber of Campo Grande is set to vote on a project allowing a tax exemption of approximately R$ 12 million for the Guaicurus Consortium, aimed at keeping public transport fares low.

Feb 26 • 22:52 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

KUKU ⟩ Michal on bus fare: These matters are for politicians, not officials to decide

Prime Minister Kristen Michal has stated that the decision regarding bus fares for children and pensioners should rest with politicians rather than bureaucrats, amid discussions of increased fares initiated by ministry officials in Estonia.

Feb 26 • 11:40 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Urmas Kruuse: The Reform Party does not support fare charges for students and pensioners

Urmas Kruuse of the Reform Party reaffirmed their opposition to charging public transport fares for students and pensioners in Estonia.

Feb 26 • 09:12 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Flight Tickets Double! Flight Prices Increase During Holi Rush... Bus Fares in Bihar Cheap

As the Holi festival approaches, flight ticket prices are soaring, with some tickets nearly doubling, while bus fares in Bihar remain low.

Feb 26 • 06:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

‘Longer intervals’, ‘very crowded’, ‘price does not compensate’: announcement of the fare increase at MetrôRio generates complaints from passengers

The announcement of a fare increase for MetrôRio has led to significant complaints from passengers about service quality and overcrowding.

Feb 25 • 22:34 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Thousands more rail users to qualify for major discount within days

Thousands of rail users in the UK will become eligible for the Disabled Persons Railcard, providing significant discounts on fares.

Feb 25 • 17:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Hundreds of thousands of people to get one-third off price of rail tickets - full list

Starting Sunday, eligibility for the Disabled Persons Railcard will expand, allowing hundreds of thousands more to qualify for a one-third discount on train fares.

Feb 24 • 10:12 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Flight Tickets Skyrocket Before Holi, Double Fares on Many Routes

Air travel prices have surged ahead of the Holi festival, with ticket costs on several routes nearly doubling.

Feb 24 • 06:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Jornal Anhanguera 1st Edition-TO from Monday, February 23, 2026

The article highlights various events covered in a news broadcast, including a shooting incident at an airport in Mexico, an investigation of a former British ambassador, record sales in a housing program, weather disasters in São Paulo, changes to transport fares, and a concerning plea for help from a police officer before his death.

Feb 23 • 17:15 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Thessaloniki: 'The taxi meter was turned off' and the driver used an app for calculating the fare

A taxi driver in Thessaloniki has been cited for using an app to calculate fares instead of the required taxi meter, raising public concerns.

Feb 22 • 14:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bus fares between DF and Surroundings rise and exceed R$ 12; see values that take effect from this Sunday

Bus fares between the Federal District and surrounding areas in Brazil will increase on Sunday, with some reaching R$ 12.35 due to a 2.546% adjustment.

Feb 21 • 19:26 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Government plans a 75 percent discount on fares starting from January next year

The Czech government is planning to implement a significant 75% discount on public transport fares starting January next year.

Feb 20 • 16:28 UTC

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