Volgograd residents told about new tariffs for long-distance trains
From October 1, Russia will revise tariffs for rail transportation – both freight and passenger
According to RBC, the cost of cargo transportation will increase by 8.5%, passenger – by 9.2%. The increase in tariffs will be felt by passengers of shared and reserved cars, as tickets in the compartment and CV are sold at dynamic pricing.
According to experts, the average price of one ticket will grow from 173 to 200 rubles. The Federal Antimonopoly Service explained that the funds received will be used to balance the financial model of the industry, and to modernize the tracks, rolling stock.
Indexing will help improve the quality of services on routes. The ministry stressed that the new regulation sets maximum tariffs, but the carrier has the right to reduce them.
Earlier it was reported about the testing of tracks for the future high-speed highway between Moscow and St. Petersburg in the Leningrad region. Compositions on HSR will be able to reach speeds of up to 400 km / h.
