“Uzbekiston Temiryollari” JSC announced that starting February 1, ticket prices for a number of domestic passenger trains will increase. According to the official statement, fares for the high-speed “Afrosiyob” electric trains, as well as the “Sharq”, “Nasaf”, and “Uzbekiston” passenger trains, will go up by 15%.
The company explained the decision by several factors: higher costs for maintenance and spare parts for high-speed electric trains, as well as increased electricity and operating expenses. It also cited the need to fully ensure traffic safety, maintain service quality in line with international standards, preserve and continuously modernize rail infrastructure, and provide better service to passengers.
Updated “Afrosiyob” ticket prices
According to the published information, the new fares for “Afrosiyob” routes are as follows:
Tashkent – Bukhara
VIP — 1,138,000 UZS
Business — 760,000 UZS
Economy — 509,000 UZS
Tashkent – Qarshi
VIP — 976,000 UZS
Business — 642,000 UZS
Economy — 429,000 UZS
Tashkent – Samarkand
VIP — 709,000 UZS
Business — 455,000 UZS
Economy — 311,000 UZS
It is noted that the updated tariffs are intended to maintain passenger service quality, ensure the stable operation of train infrastructure, and strengthen safety requirements.
In short, if you’re planning to travel after February 1, it’s better to sort out tickets in advance: prices are changing, and demand remains high as usual.
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