Increase in fare between Higüey and Santo Domingo generates user complaints

Complaints about the increase in fares on the routes connecting Higüey with Santo Domingo and San Pedro de Macorís have intensified in recent days, according to reports from passengers who regularly use these routes.

According to reports, the Association of Transport Owners of La Altagracia Province (APTpra) would have arranged an increase of RD$100 in the Higüey–Santo Domingo fare, going from RD$400 to RD$500, as well as adjustments on other routes towards San Pedro de Macorís and nearby areas.

Service users point out that, unlike previous occasions, an official statement explaining or formalizing the increase has not circulated, which has generated dissatisfaction and uncertainty among passengers.

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The adjustment would have also impacted routes such as Higüey–San Rafael del Yuma and other routes in the eastern zone, where increases of up to RD$25 are reported, according to users consulted.

So far, passengers are asking transport authorities and the union to clarify the measure and establish formal communication about the fare changes.