Q COSTARICA — The Autoridad Reguladora de los Servicios Públicos (Aresep)—Regulatory Authority, approved a fare increase of 5.43% for buses and between 1.39% and 2.82% for taxis due to the international rise in fuel prices linked to the armed conflict in the Middle East.
Fuel accounts for approximately 28% of bus service costs and 12% of taxi service costs, according to ARESEP. The Regulatory Authority stated that this increase puts pressure on operators’ cash flow and could jeopardize the regular, safe, and sustainable provision of transportation in Costa Rica.
The fare adjustment for buses will apply to routes with a designated operator and concession or a valid permit. Click here for the Aresep table of bus fares across the country.
Taxi fares increases vary depending on the taxi stand and vehicle type. For red taxis and those operating at Juan Santamaría International Airport, the regulator approved increases of between 1.39% and 2.82%, depending on the taxi stand and vehicle type. Click here for the Aresep table for taxi fares.
The new fares took effect on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.