Fares rise up to 67 percent as bus services resume

Commuter fares on key long-distance routes have risen by up to 67 percent as public service vehicles (PSVs) resume operations. FILE PHOTO | NMG

Commuter fares on key long-distance routes have risen by up to 67 percent as public service vehicles (PSVs) resume operations under the tight social distancing rules meant to contain the spread of the coronavirus.

A spot check showed that passengers travelling to Mombasa from Nairobi are now paying Sh2,000 compared to Sh1,200 previously while those headed to Kisumu from the capital city are parting with up to Sh2,100 against an old rate of Sh1,500.

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