New bus service in Estepona

On August 19, Estepona will make a qualitative leap in its public transport system with the launch of the new urban bus service, awarded to the company Avanza.. This initiative, presented today by Mayor José María García Urbano, promises to transform mobility in our coastal city.

Substantial Service Improvements

Line Reinforcement and Increased Frequency

The new contract, which has involved a municipal investment of 600,000 euros, strengthens the three existing lines and significantly increases the frequency of service.. Particularly noteworthy:

Line 2 (West Zone)Doubles its daily routes, from 4 to 8, and now reaches the hospital in all its expeditions, seven days a week..
Line 3 (East Zone): It establishes its terminal in Juan Carlos I Avenue, with a frequency of 30 minutes..

Connection to the Industrial Park

An important new feature is the connection to the industrial park, available from Monday to Friday working days from 7:20 a.m. to 6:30 p.m..

Technology at the User’s Service

Avanza introduces technological innovations to improve the user experience:

Avanza Costa del Sol CardIt works as a bus pass with a cost of 0.70 euros per trip on urban lines..
Avanza Costa del Sol AppProvides schedules and waiting times in real time..
QR Codes at Bus StopsSoon they will allow to consult waiting times from mobile devices..

Accessibility and Convenience

The new buses are equipped with:

Cyberpass system for blind people.
Internal displays informing about the next stop.

Economic Impact and Future of the Service

The City Council has multiplied by six the previous subsidy, investing more than 600,000 euros in this improvement.. Although the initial contract is for one year, work is already underway on a tender for a ten-year contract.. This new urban bus service marks a before and after in the mobility of Estepona, aligning the city with the public transport standards of large Spanish cities. Undoubtedly, a step forward in the modernization and sustainability of our beloved coastal municipality.