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Metrovía is a rapid bus transit system developed in Guayaquil, Ecuador, and is now a widely used means of transportation in the city.
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| Overview | |
| Owner | Fundación de Transporte Masivo Urbano de Guayaquil |
| Locale |  ECU Guayaquil, Ecuador |
| Transit type | Bus rapid transit |
| Number of lines | 3 |
| Daily ridership | 430.000~ daily |
| Operation | |
| Began operation | July 30, 2006 |
| Operator(s) | Fundación de Transporte Masivo Urbano de Guayaquil |
Line 1 was inaugurated on July 30, 2006. Line 2 was inaugurated on February 16, 2012. Line 3 was inaugurated on May 4, 2008. The system will consist of a total of 7 lines.
Metrovía Foundation
editEstablished by the city, with roughly 12 employees, this foundation is responsible for overseeing the entire operation. They plan future lines and ensure everything runs smoothly. Unlike other BRT Systems' administrative entities, this one is funded entirely from space rental and other non-fare related income.[1]
Smart Cards
edit| Code | Color | Type | Fare[2] |
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| TM-G | Light Blue | General with photo | $0.25 |
| TM-G | Red | General without photo | $0.25 |
| TM-E | Orange | Students | $0.10 |
| TM-3 | Green | Seniors | $0.10 |
| TM-D | Light Blue | Handicap | $0.05 |
| TM-N | Light Blue | People with visual impairment | 100% discount - Free Fare |
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ BRT Policy Center
- ^ "Se reducirán los pasajes especiales en la Metrovía" [Metrovía Fares will be reduced]. El Universo (in Spanish).
External links
edit- BRT Policy Center
- Municipality of Guayaquil (Spanish)