Bengaluru Auto Fares Set to Rise: ₹36 for First 2 KM from August 1st

Getting around Bengaluru by auto just got a little more expensive. Starting August 1st, 2025, the base fare for the first 2 kilometers will increase from ₹30 to ₹36. This news comes as a significant change for daily commuters who rely heavily on auto rickshaws for short distances within the city.

What does the fare hike mean for Bengaluru commuters?

This fare increase will likely impact the budgets of many Bengaluru residents who depend on autos for their daily commute. While the initial 2 kilometers will see a ₹6 increase, further details on subsequent kilometer charges and waiting time charges are yet to be officially announced.

Why the increase?

Though official reasons for the fare hike haven’t been extensively detailed in this initial report, such increases are often attributed to rising fuel costs, operational expenses, and inflation. Further updates are anticipated to provide more context for this decision.