The increase in the public transportation fare in Edomex came into effect today, which generated protests among Mexicans who expressed their dissatisfaction with the increase and quality of public transportation.
Mexico City, October 15 (However).- Today the increase in public transport fare with which the rate will go from 12 to 14 pesos for the first five kilometers. The increase was authorized by the Government of Delfina Gomeza measure that unleashed the discontent of the Mexicans and protests in the entity
Members of the collective “No to the Edomex tariff“they gathered on the Gustavo Baz Avenue at the height of the Mario Colin Avenuein the colony The Hillwhere the regional offices of the Mobility Secretariat (Semov) of the entity to protest against this measure.
🚌🔥 #edomex mobilizes against the increase in abuse by politicians who profit from the #PublicTransport. At this time, a rally and march is being held at SEMOV offices. #Tlalnepantlapartial closure of Gustavo Baz Avenue is reported due to peaceful protest, also… pic.twitter.com/JmMGSdeABF
— NoAlTarifazoEDOMEX (@NoAlTarifazoEM) October 15, 2025
Shouting “Decent transportation yes, great fare no”, the protesters also protested at the Rosario Metro station, on lines 6 and 7 of the Collective Transportation System (STC) Metro, as well as in the streets of Toluca and Texcoco.
During the protest they showed banners and posters expressing their discontent. “Popular consultation, the Mexican people reject the increase in the minimum fare. No to the fare”, “Increase without consensus, it is treason”, “We demand security in public transportation” and “No more violent and corrupt transportation”, were some of the messages that could be read.
Social media users also demonstrated with publications against this measure. Internet users report that the “tarifazo” is unfair and represents a blow to the popular economy of Mexicans.
“In CDMX it costs six pesos and here it is 12 pesos and they are announcing an increase to 16 pesos, this cannot be, if gasoline is even cheaper in Edomex. Governor Delfina Gómez“Don’t allow this abuse!” wrote one X user.
🚨No to rate increases! 🚨
He #Edomex It already has the most expensive and inefficient transportation and now they want to raise it to $16. A true injustice against the poorest!
In CDMX it costs $6 and here it is $12 and they are announcing an increase to $16, this cannot be, if gasoline is…— Mónica O. abogada (@Monicao2712) September 18, 2025
Semov published the measure in the Government Gazette and indicated that the minimum fare in the entity will go from 12 to 14 pesos and with an additional cost of 25 cents for each kilometer traveled, while in the south of Edomex it will be 11 pesos.
The agreement establishes that boys and girls under 5 years of age will be able to travel for free. The increase will not apply to older adults, remaining at 12 pesos, as long as their credential from the National Institute of Older Adults (INAPAM) is presented.
On social networks it was announced that in certain areas of Edomex, users have not paid the rate adjustment, citing ignorance and discontent.
In addition, drivers of the routes that provide service to the Suburban, Tlalnepantla station, announced that they will continue to charge 12 pesos until they officially receive the Semov document, since they have yet to receive the tariff pyramid corresponding to the municipalities of the Valley of Mexico.
Another hit to the pocket! …
Starting October 15, the public transportation fare will increase in the @Edomex 17%. From $12 to $14 for only 5 km.
While the service does not improve, the price does
When will better service?
When will the concessions be withdrawn? pic.twitter.com/j2HQKqM2T7
— Halcon (@HalconOnce) October 11, 2025
Mexicans accuse the economy of a blow
The dissidents indicated that the rate increase represents a blow to the popular economy. In addition, they assured that the measure is not justified by the poor service provided in the urban transportation units, which is why they demanded that Governor Gómez reverse the increase in the rate.
“Well, it seems like it’s not much, but it’s two pesos that will affect us as a family and there is bad service,” commented a user on social networks.
It should be noted that with the new increase in the fare, the fare could exceed 20 pesos since there are many people who make long journeys that exceed five kilometers, so they will have to spend a greater amount of resources to reach their destinations.
🚌🔥#edomex Who approves of raising the cost to the most abusive rate in the center of the country? I do not approve of paying more for the service that is most vulnerable to crimes, accidents and #GenderViolence!
We demand investment in infrastructure #PublicTransport efficient, safe and sustainable! pic.twitter.com/nP2EnbGa3S— NoAlTarifazoEDOMEX (@NoAlTarifazoEM) October 10, 2025