Government Reduces Freetown–Lungi Ferry Fares Following Fuel Price Cut

FREETOWN, Sierra Leone – Commuters travelling between Freetown and Lungi will now pay lower ferry fares following a reduction in fuel prices, the Ministry of Transport and Aviation has announced.

In a press release signed by the Deputy Minister of Transport and Aviation, Hon. Rex Bhonapha, the ministry said it had reached an agreement with ferry operators to reduce sea transportation fares by 12.5 percent. The new fares took effect on Tuesday, 30 June 2026, following the government's recent announcement of lower pump prices for fuel.

According to the ministry, the fare adjustment is intended to ensure that the benefits of reduced fuel costs are passed on to the travelling public.

Under the revised pricing structure, First Class ferry tickets have been reduced from NLe 67.7 to NLe 59.2, while Second Class tickets now cost NLe 32.1, down from NLe 36.7.

Vehicle transport charges have also been lowered. The fare for cars has dropped from NLe 245.2 to NLe 214.6, while vans and jeeps will now pay NLe 258.0, compared to the previous NLe 294.8. Charges for coaches and buses have also been reduced in line with the new pricing formula.

Motorbike transport now costs NLe 60.6, down from NLe 69.3, while kekeh (tricycles) will pay NLe 175.2, reduced from NLe 200.2. Bicycle fares have also fallen from NLe 37.6 to NLe 32.9.

The ministry maintained that students travelling in school uniform will continue to travel free of charge, while fares for trucks, trailers and luggage remain negotiable.

Officials said the fare reduction reflects the government's commitment to ensuring that decreases in fuel prices translate into lower transportation costs for citizens and businesses that rely on the Freetown–Lungi ferry service.

The revised tariff is expected to provide relief to thousands of daily commuters, travellers and transport operators using one of Sierra Leone's busiest sea transport routes.

Source: Ministry of Transport and Aviation