Lond Distance Buses Have Increased Their Cost By 35%: The study goes on to say that long-distance buses have increased their costs by up to 35 percent, causing commuters to switch from air-conditioned buses to non-air-conditioned buses because of the lower fares. According to a PMTA official, the government intends to significantly subsidise intracity transportation services in order to reduce fares. There is currently no strategy in place for long-distance bus services. Transporters have asked the government to enhance subsidies so that their services can continue to operate and benefit the general people.