Ajloun: The Land Transport Regulatory Commission is set to launch regular public transport services on the Amman-Ajloun route next Sunday. This new initiative, featuring three operating routes and a fleet of 22 medium-sized buses, aims to enhance public transport services and strengthen the connection between Ajloun Governorate and Amman.
According to Jordan News Agency, transport sector experts believe that this service will offer a more organized transportation option between the governorate and the capital, which could contribute significantly to the development of public transport in Ajloun. It is expected to support daily travel between the two areas effectively.
Ajloun Governor Nayef Hadayat remarked that the service is a crucial step towards improving public transport within the governorate. It is designed to meet the residents' need for more regular and stable transportation, particularly benefiting students, employees, and workers who commute daily between Ajloun and Amman. He emphasized the importance of monitoring the service to ensure its continuity.
Engineer Rola Omari, Director of the Commission's Governorates Directorate, stated that the launch is part of the Commission's broader efforts to enhance public transport by providing safe, regular, and reliable services. The buses are equipped with electronic payment systems, CCTV monitoring, and free Wi-Fi to improve the travel experience.
Omari detailed that the fare will be JD1.50 per passenger, and 2,000 free cards will be distributed to encourage the use of the new service. It will operate on working days from 5:15 a.m. to 8:15 p.m., and on holidays from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with buses running every 15 minutes on working days and every 30 minutes on holidays.
She further explained that the service includes three main routes. The first route will run from Ajloun Complex via Jordan Street to the North Complex, offering 54 trips on working days. The second route will connect Ajloun Complex to the University of Jordan Hospital via Sweileh, with 44 daily trips on working days. The third route will link Ajloun Complex with Sweileh and Al Hussein Medical City, offering eight daily trips.
Community activist Mundhir Al-Zghoul noted that the launch addresses a significant need for Ajloun residents by providing regular transportation options that facilitate access to Amman. He highlighted the importance of maintaining regular trips and adhering to schedules to build public confidence in the system.
Transport expert Dr. Eng. Ibrahim Al-Shakhanbeh pointed out that regular transport services operating according to clear routes and schedules can enhance the efficiency of the public transport system. He underscored the necessity of continuous evaluation and alignment with user needs.
Resident Khaled Al-Qudah expressed that the new service would alleviate the challenges faced by daily commuters between Ajloun and Amman by offering transportation with clear schedules. University student Fatima Al-Samadi added that this is a beneficial development for residents, especially students and employees, and stressed the need for consistent service to make public transport a reliable option.
The introduction of the regular Amman-Ajloun service marks a significant step in the Land Transport Regulatory Commission's mission to develop public transport, improve services, and strengthen ties between the governorates and the capital.