By DayakDaily Team
KUCHING, June 6: BAS.MY Kuching’s Q05M route officially began operations today, running from Saujana Bus Station to SMK Agama Matang 2.
The new route introduces six disabled-friendly buses, covering a total distance of 25.8km with 36 designated stops along the way.
The route will serve a number of key learning institutions including SJK Chung Hua Batu 7, SK Matang, SMK Sri Matang, Matang Vocational College, SMK Petra Jaya, SMK Agama Matang 2, and Politeknik Kuching.
In addition, this route will also benefit residents living in key housing areas such as Taman Suria Jaya, Taman Heng Guan, Taman Palma Indah, Taman Sri Harmony, Kampung Matang, Kampung Matang Lot and Kampung Matang Batu.
The launch of the eighth route under the BAS.MY Kuching service was observed by the Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board (CVLB) Sarawak chairman Michael Kong, together with its director Cornelia Wong during an inspection at the Matang Vocational College bus stop this afternoon.
According to CVLB Sarawak in a media release, the Q05M route will operate on weekdays from 5.30am to 7.30pm with hourly intervals and every 30 minutes during peak hours. Weekend services will run from 6am to 8pm.
Fares for the route range between RM0.90 and RM3.30, depending on the travel distance. Commuters can pay using debit or credit cards, e-wallets, or cash.
To promote inclusive mobility, BAS.MY Kuching continues to offer free rides for persons with disabilities (OKU), senior citizens aged 60 and above, school students, and university students who are Malaysian citizens. Eligible passengers can access this benefit via the BAS.MY Concession Card, available from the route operator.
In addition, all Malaysian citizens are encouraged to purchase the BAS.MY 30-Day Pass, priced at RM50, which allows unlimited travel on any BAS.MY Kuching route for a full month.
Since its introduction on March 5, a total of eight BAS.MY Kuching routes have become fully operational.
Members of the public residing along these routes are urged to fully utilise the Ministry of Transport Malaysia’s (MOT) public bus service initiative as a convenient, cost-effective, and eco-friendly alternative to reduce traffic congestion in Kuching city centre. — DayakDaily
