BREAKING | Prețul unei călătorii cu metroul din București s-ar putea tripla, după ce subvenția Metrorex a fost tăiată. “Costul real e 14 lei!” De ce o scumpire pare iminentă • Știri București

The potential increase in subway fares in Bucharest is a pressing issue due to significant cuts in Metrorex subsidies. Union representatives highlight that the actual cost of a subway ride is nearly three times the current fare, with the real cost being around 14 lei. The government has reduced subsidies by over 40%, leading to concerns about fare hikes. In contrast, many European countries heavily subsidize their public transport systems, covering a substantial portion of operational costs. Previous discussions included a proposed fare increase from 5 to 7 lei, which was later canceled by the new transport minister. This situation raises questions about the sustainability of public transport funding in Romania.