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AMBA National Bus Fares Rise to $650, With $700 Minimum Coming March 16

Officials cite rising operating costs to align national-line prices with CABA and PBA.

Overview

  • Resolution 11/2026 took effect on February 18 for 104 national‑jurisdiction lines, with a second scheduled adjustment on March 16.
  • The distance‑based table charges $650 for 0–3 km with a registered SUBE versus $1,033.50 for an unregistered card, with higher bands for longer trips.
  • Tarifa Social remains in place with a 55% discount for eligible groups, and Red SUBE integration discounts continue for transfers within two hours.
  • SUBE’s emergency negative balance was updated to $1,200 for buses, CABA subways and fluvial services, $650 for most AMBA commuter trains, and $480 on the Urquiza line.
  • The Transport Secretariat’s filing attributes the hike to increased costs for fuel, insurance, rolling stock and parts, and seeks to restore the system’s financial balance.