The fare for Rio de Janeiro's metro will increase from R$ 7.90 to R$ 8.20 as of April 12, 2024, maintaining its status as Brazil's most expensive metro service.
Starting on April 12, 2024, the metro fare in Rio de Janeiro will increase from R$ 7.90 to R$ 8.20, making it the highest in Brazil. This new fare represents an increase of R$ 0.30 or a 3.8% hike in costs for commuters, impacting the overall cost of living for residents. The adjustment will be formally published in the state's Official Gazette as part of a prescribed yearly increase outlined in the concession agreement for the metro system.
Prior to this increase, the fare was raised in April 2025 when it moved from R$ 7.50 to R$ 7.90. The ongoing trend of increasing public transportation costs has raised concerns about affordability for the population of Rio, especially as the city grapples with economic challenges and the pressures of inflation. In addition to the metro fare hike, municipal transport fares, including buses and light rail transit (VLT), have also seen price increases, indicating a broader trend in the transportation sector.
Transport fares in Rio are now an essential consideration for local residents. With the metro being the most expensive in the country, this increase may deter some commuters from using public transport or force low-income residents to adjust their budgets. The metro authorities claim that annual fare increases are necessary for the maintenance and improvement of services, but this remains a contentious point among citizens who demand better public transport at affordable prices.
