noun
passenger fare; railway fare
Refers to the fare paid by a passenger for riding a train, bus, or similar vehicle. Often used in formal or written contexts.
乗車賃はいくらですか。
How much is the fare?
この路線の乗車賃は値上がりした。
The fare for this line has gone up.
料金 is a broad term for fees or charges, not limited to transportation.
Compound of 乗車 (じょうしゃ, 'boarding a vehicle') and 賃 (ちん, 'fare' or 'charge').