Edinburgh Trams have announced that their fares, as are the fares of sister company Lothian Buses, will be increasing from Sunday 22nd February to reflect the increased operational costs faced by the operator over the past year.
Whilst not all fares will increase, the vast majority will be going up and the Edinburgh Park Short Hop Single Tickets will also be removed from the range of tickets available.
Headline fare changes are:
- Adult Single – £2.40 (up from £2.20)
- Adult Return – £4.60 (up from £4.20)
- Adult Day – £6.00 (up from £5.50)
- Family Day – £13.00 (up from £12.00)
- Airport Zone Adult Day – £14.00 (up from £12.50)
- Adult daily cap – £5.70 (was £5.00)
The Airport zone single ticket (£7.90) and open return (£9.50) will not be changing at this time.
Sarah Singh, Head of Service Delivery at Edinburgh Trams, said: “These fare rises represent an increase in our operating costs, and allow us to meet our commitments to providing cost-effective and environmentally friendly travel across the city.
“Although we understand that fare increases are never ideal, investment in our infrastructure, colleagues and fleet of trams will ensure that we can continue to meet the needs of the city.”
Cllr Stephen Jenkinson, Transport and Environment Convener, said: “It’s no accident that Edinburgh has a first-rate public transport network. This is credit to our multi-award-winning operators and the infrastructure which keeps the Capital moving every day.
“I appreciate that fare increases may be a concern, but these reflect increased operating costs and ensure that these vital services are maintained and improved. Our city is unique in the sense that both Lothian and Edinburgh Trams are publicly owned, meaning that every penny collected in fares is reinvested to meet the needs of our growing city.”