The new Oslo City Council wants to slash the price for a monthly public transport card within Zone 1 for adults from the current 853 kroner to a more affordable 499 kroner.

This development stems from a City Council declaration jointly presented by the Conservative (H) and Liberal (V) parties on a Tuesday afternoon, a move that has been reported by Norwegian news outlets, including Avisa Oslo, the Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation (NRK), and Aftenposten.

This price adjustment is expected to take place during the upcoming four-year period.

Zone 1, encompassing the city of Oslo and select parts of Bærum, is set to benefit from this cost reduction.

However, it’s worth noting that any reduction in the price of public transport passes requires agreement and coordination with Akershus, as both Oslo and Akershus jointly own Ruter, the entity responsible for public transportation services in the region.

Should the two city councils reach an agreement, the effort could enhance the availability and ease of transportation in and around Oslo.

Details and pricing related to the monthly pass and zones in the area can be found on Ruter’s website.