Transport Fares to Rise 20% From June 2
Transport fares across Ghana are set to increase by 20% from June 2, 2026, following an announcement by the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) and allied operators, who cite rising fuel prices and escalating costs of vehicle maintenance as key drivers of the adjustment.
The new fares will affect intra-city “trotro” services, intercity transport, and shared taxi operations nationwide.
According to the union, the decision was reached after consultations with transport operators and reflects sustained increases in the cost of fuel as well as rising prices of tyres, batteries, engine oil, and other spare parts, which have significantly increased operating expenses for drivers.
National Deputy Public Relations Officer of the GPRTU, Samuel Amoah, said the current economic conditions have made it increasingly difficult for operators to remain viable without a fare review.
“The current cost of fuel and spare parts has made it very difficult for drivers to operate sustainably without a review of fares,” he stated.
The GPRTU explained that the adjustment is necessary to ensure the sustainability of transport services while cushioning operators against persistent cost pressures in the transport sector.
Updated fare charts are expected to be displayed at lorry stations across the country ahead of implementation, with commuters advised to insist on paying only approved fares.
The union further indicated that monitoring teams, in collaboration with the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service, will be deployed at major transport terminals to enforce compliance and curb fare overcharging.
While acknowledging the burden the increase may place on households, the transport operators appealed for public understanding, stressing that the decision followed extensive internal deliberations within the sector.
However, there are indications that engagements between transport operators and government could still influence the implementation timeline, with the possibility that the planned fare adjustment may be reviewed or temporarily suspended depending on ongoing discussions.
The development comes amid mixed movements in fuel pricing, with petrol recording upward pressure while diesel prices are expected to ease slightly in the next pricing window, highlighting the uneven cost dynamics affecting transport operators.
