Metrovía Explained

Locale: Ecuador Guayaquil, Ecuador
Transit Type:Bus rapid transit
Began Operation:July 30, 2006
Lines:3
Ridership:430.000~ daily
Operator:Fundación de Transporte Masivo Urbano de Guayaquil
Owner:Fundación de Transporte Masivo Urbano de Guayaquil

Metrovía is a rapid bus transit system developed in Guayaquil, Ecuador, and is now a widely used means of transportation in the city.

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

Established 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

Smart Cards! Code! Color! Type! Fare[2]
TM-GLight BlueGeneral with photo$0.25
TM-GRedGeneral without photo$0.25
TM-EOrangeStudents$0.10
TM-3GreenSeniors$0.10
TM-DLight BlueHandicap$0.05
TM-NLight BluePeople with visual impairment100% discount - Free Fare

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Notes and References

  1. http://www.gobrt.org/Metrovia.html BRT Policy Center
  2. News: Se reducirán los pasajes especiales en la Metrovía. El Universo. Metrovía Fares will be reduced. Spanish.