[Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Seo Dong-young] Osan City has launched operations of the C1 (City 1) bus, an urban transit model that connects Cheongho and Gohyeon-dong with Sema Station, beginning on the 30th.
The ‘urban transit model’ is a project that provides customized regional transportation services to areas with insufficient public transit, guarantees residents’ mobility rights, and receives operational support from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport.
The city received approval from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport in November and selected an operator through public announcements targeting intercity bus operators.
The urban C1 bus features pink and mint colors applied to the bus based on the city’s Kkazan character and major tourist attractions.
The C1 bus route departs from Cheongho and Gohyeon-dong, areas that have suffered from inadequate public transit, and passes through Osan Station, Osaek Market, Osan University Station, Mulhyanggi Arboretum, and a drama set before arriving at the terminal stop of Sema Station. A total of two buses operate at one-hour intervals.
A city official stated, “In addition to the urban C1 bus, we are developing additional urban circulating routes by major region,” and added, “As a customized bus for areas underserved by transportation, we are preparing to operate a bus semi-public management system by connecting high-traffic areas, the Osan Station transfer center, and subway stations to ensure convenient use of public transportation.”
For information regarding C1 bus usage, please refer to the Gyeonggi Province Bus Information System (www.gbis.go.kr) or contact the Osan City Transportation Division (031-8036-7829) or Osan Transportation (031-372-7306).
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