Negative balance of the SUBE: how much can be used and what are the rates in October 2026

The negative balance of the SUBE card remains in October 2026 and allows payment for trips when there is no available credit.

The amount depends on the means of transportation: it reaches $1,200 for buses, subways, and river transport, and is lower for some trains.

What is the negative balance of the SUBE in October 2026

The negative balance of the SUBE will be $1,200 for subway users in the Metropolitan Area of Buenos Aires and for buses across the country.

For trains, the emergency amount varies by line. The negative balance of the SUBE reaches up to $650 on several lines.

• Mitre, Sarmiento, San Martín, Belgrano Sur, Belgrano Norte, and General Roca: up to $650.

• Urquiza Train: up to $480.

• River transport: $1,200.

The negative balance only works with the physical card. The digital version of the SUBE does not allow the use of this emergency balance.

How much does the subway cost in October 2026

The fare for the subway in the City of Buenos Aires increases by 3.6% starting Thursday, October 1. The fare will cost $1,817, while the Premetro will have a fare of $636.

Additionally, EMOVA reported discounts based on the number of trips made during the period.

• From 21 to 30 trips: 20% discount, with a ticket costing $1,453.60.

• From 31 to 40 trips: 30% discount, with a ticket costing $1,271.90.

How much does the bus ticket cost in AMBA

Buses in AMBA increase by 3.7% in October. The value depends on the distance traveled.

• Up to 3 kilometers: $920.48.

• From 3 to 6 kilometers: $1,022.81.

• From 6 to 12 kilometers: $1,101.59.

• From 12 to 27 kilometers: $1,180.44.

How much does the bus ticket cost in the province of Buenos Aires

In the province of Buenos Aires, bus fares increase by 3.6%. The values correspond to users with a registered SUBE.

• Up to 3 kilometers: $1,206.39.

• From 3 to 6 kilometers: $1,357.18.

• From 6 to 12 kilometers: $1,507.98.

• From 12 to 27 kilometers: $1,809.58.

How much does the train ticket cost in October

The new fare schedule for the train lines has not yet been communicated, according to available information.

In September 2026, the minimum fare for the first section was $450. The second section had a value of $640 and the third, $790.