A new Greenpeace report found that public transportation costs are at a record high across 14 European capitals, with price increases of up to 67% since 2023. However, Oslo is among four European capitals praised for the cheapest public transportation.
Public transportation is an important consideration when planning a city break, but fares are now at a record high in half of Europe’s capital cities. The Greenpeace study, which examined 27 EU member states, the United Kingdom, Switzerland and Norway, identified London as the most expensive city for public transportation, with a monthly pass costing €162. Amsterdam follows at €107, while Paris ranks third at €77.
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At the other end of the scale, Greenpeace praised Prague (€15), Rome (€21), and Sofia (€25) for offering the cheapest available long-term ticket options (excluding the three cities where public transportation is free – Luxembourg City, Tallinn, and Valletta).
The environmental pressure group also praised four European capitals where the cost of the cheapest available long-term ticket or comparable fare has fallen since 2023: Dublin (-43%), Oslo (-12%), Bern (-7%), and Budapest (-6%). The group also noted that costs have remained unchanged in 12 other capitals.
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Greenpeace wants national and local governments to introduce so-called affordable ‘climate tickets’ that would not only benefit public transportation users but also reduce emissions from road and air travel and the EU’s dependence on fossil fuels.
Oslo is Among Four European Capitals Being Praised for the Cheapest Public Transport, Tor Kjolberg reporting.