The introduction of a new fare on Astana buses has been postponed until mid-December.
As noted in the Astana ACM, according to calculations made in accordance with the methodology for calculating rates for transporting passengers and cargo by road, in 2026 the estimated average cost of one trip will significantly exceed the current rate.
"Due to the increase in operating costs, the need to ensure stable operation of public transportation, the continued renewal of the bus fleet and the development of the route network, from mid-December it is proposed to set the fare for a non-cash payment of 150 tenge," Astana Akimat says.