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Start of Econubi Bus Operations
The city of Busan announced that it will operate the 'Econubi Bus' starting on October 30 for the convenience of residents living in Eco Delta City.
The new bus routes will be the 8-1 and 15-1 lines in Gangseo-gu, with six electric low-floor buses to be deployed. The main purpose of this initiative is to establish a transportation network connecting Myeongji International New Town and Hadan Station.
The name 'Econubi' was decided through public solicitation from residents, meaning 'the foot of citizens traversing Eco Delta City.' The bus design reflects the image of an eco-friendly city by the water, featuring bright and sophisticated colors along with an environmentally friendly electric bus design.
It is expected that these efforts will provide residents with a more convenient means of transportation.
Gangseo-gu 8-1 Route
The 8-1 route in Gangseo-gu starts from Eco Delta City and passes through Myeongji International New Town to the National Assembly Library. This route connects the main living facilities and educational institutions in the Myeongji area, facilitating resident mobility.
A total of three vehicles will be in operation, with an interval of about 35-40 minutes between buses. The first bus departs at 6:20 AM.
Major stops include Eco Delta Prugio·Taekwang Hansam, Daejeo Brewery·Garack Middle School, Gangseo Police Station, Kyungil High School Entrance, Myeongji Middle School·Myeongji Elementary School, International City Neighborhood Shopping Center, Myeongji-dong Administrative Welfare Center, and the entrance to the National Assembly Library. This route is establishing itself as an essential means of transportation for local residents.
The 8-1 route passes through the center of Myeongji International New Town, areas with a concentration of educational institutions, and public institutions. As a result, the travel time between Myeongji-dong and Eco Delta City is expected to be reduced by about 13 minutes.
This route connects residential areas with school districts well, including Myeongji Saedongne, Myeongji Market, Myeongji Elementary School, and Eileen's Garden. Therefore, it is anticipated to significantly improve commuting convenience for students and working professionals.
Gangseo-gu 15-1 Route
The 15-1 route in Gangseo-gu is a vital transportation route that connects Eco Delta City with Gangseo Police Station, Busan Museum of Contemporary Art, Eulsukdo, and Hadan Station. This route significantly enhances public transportation accessibility for residents living in Eco Delta City.
Three vehicles will be in operation on this route, with a bus interval of 35 minutes. The first bus departs at 6:10 AM, so it is important to be mindful of this during commuting hours. Major stops include Eco Delta Prugio, Daejeo Central Elementary School, Garack Middle School, Hoban Summit, Smart Village, Gangseo Police Station, Kyungil High School Entrance, Busan Museum of Contemporary Art, Eulsukdo, and Hadan Station.
The establishment of this route enables residents to enjoy more convenient transportation options.
Since the 15-1 route has a direct connection to Hadan Station, it will effectively accommodate commuting demand. As a result, the average waiting time for the existing route towards Hadan Station is expected to be reduced from 13 minutes to about 10 minutes.
Moreover, this route is designed in a complex manner to accommodate tourism and cultural transport needs, as it passes through Eulsukdo and the Museum of Contemporary Art.
Cashless Bus Operations
The Econubi bus service is available exclusively through transportation cards, and passengers without a transportation card can pay the fare via bank transfer.
The fare structure is set identical to that of the village buses in Gangseo-gu, costing 1,480 KRW for adults, 750 KRW for youths, and free for children. The transfer discount benefits of Busan’s public transportation are also similarly applied.
Additionally, this bus operates with electric low-floor buses, reducing carbon emissions and functioning in an eco-friendly manner. This also improves accessibility for elderly and disabled passengers.
First Implementation in the Country
The Econubi bus is the first case implemented under the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport's 'Plan for Improving Metropolitan Transportation in New Towns,' and is gaining attention as a leading model to effectively address the initial public transport shortages present in new towns.
Busan City achieved the launch of this bus route after a six-month preparation period through an agreement with the Korea Water Resources Corporation (K-water) last year.
Not only does this project fill a gap in public transportation within Eco Delta City, but it is also expected to become an important benchmark for transportation support projects that will be implemented in other new towns in the future.
Beginning of Transportation Infrastructure Innovation
Currently, with large apartment complexes moving in, the number of residents commuting to and from Myeongji and Hadan is rapidly increasing.
In conjunction with this, the newly opened Econubi bus is expected to help alleviate transportation inconveniences for residents. Additionally, with the establishment of eco-friendly transportation infrastructure, it lays the groundwork for sustainable urban development.
Busan City plans to adjust bus intervals according to passenger demand, and gradually considers transportation improvement measures such as route expansions and links with BRT.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. When does the Eco Delta City Econubi Bus start operating?
The Econubi Bus started operating from October 30.
Busan City began operating the Econubi Bus from October 30 for the convenience of residents of Eco Delta City. Six electric low-floor buses have been deployed on the 8-1 and 15-1 routes in Gangseo-gu, aiming to establish a transportation network connecting Myeongji International New Town and Hadan Station.
Q. What are the main routes of the Econubi Bus?
The main routes are the 8-1 and 15-1 lines centered around Eco Delta City.
The 8-1 line runs from Eco Delta City to Myeongji International New Town and the National Assembly Library, connecting major living facilities and educational institutions. The 15-1 line connects Eco Delta City to Gangseo Police Station, Busan Museum of Contemporary Art, Eulsukdo, and Hadan Station. Both routes operate three buses each with intervals of about 35-40 minutes.
Q. What are the fare and payment methods for the Econubi Bus?
Payment is made with a transportation card, costing 1,480 KRW for adults, 750 KRW for youths, and free for children.
The Econubi Bus does not accept cash and is usable only with transportation cards; if passengers do not have a transportation card, they can pay via bank transfer. The fare structure is the same as that of the village buses in Gangseo-gu, and the public transport transfer discount benefits of Busan apply. It also utilizes eco-friendly electric low-floor buses, enhancing accessibility.
Q. Why is the Econubi Bus considered eco-friendly?
It operates using electric low-floor buses, reducing carbon emissions and functioning in an eco-friendly manner.
The Econubi Bus implements eco-friendly operations by adopting electric low-floor buses, which reduces carbon emissions and improves accessibility for the elderly and disabled. It serves as a foundation for Busan’s transportation innovation in new towns and sustainable urban development.
Q. How does the Econubi Bus solve transportation issues in new towns?
It was introduced as a leading model to alleviate the public transport shortages in new towns.
According to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport's plan for improving metropolitan transportation, the Econubi Bus was implemented for the first time, addressing the public transport gap in Eco Delta City. Busan City, in cooperation with the Korea Water Resources Corporation, conducted preparations for six months before launching the route, and this project is regarded as an important pilot case for transportation support initiatives in other new towns.
