Tarifas en plataformas están por las nubes en Medellín: viajes subieron 20%
“Aparte de caro, bien demorado”, expresó Sebastián Cardona, un ciudadano que al igual que miles de personas en el Valle de Aburrá viven el trajín de m...
TL;DR
- Holiday season travel in Valle de Aburrá is experiencing longer delays and higher fares.
- Increased demand from holiday travelers, tourists, and adverse weather conditions are key factors.
- Ride-sharing app demand has increased by up to 30%, with travel times doubling.
- Fares can increase by 20% during peak hours and 5-7% during off-peak times.
- Congestion reduces the number of daily services for platform drivers.
- Frequent rains and an expanding vehicle fleet exacerbate traffic problems.
- Public transport routes are experiencing delays of up to 30%, reaching three hours.
- The suspension of 'pico y placa' after December 23rd is expected to worsen the traffic collapse.
- There has been a 5% decrease in public transport users, with many opting for alternatives.
- Drivers are reporting an increase in robberies, particularly at night and in congested areas.
- Recommendations include planning trips in advance, using the metro system in congested areas, and respecting app-based pickup times.