Madinah Region Readies “Madinah Buses” Project for Ramzan 2024
Saudi Arabia: The Madinah Region Development Authority, on Sunday, March 3, declared the successful completion of the “Madinah Buses” project, scheduled to launch during the holy month of Ramzan 1445 AH/2024.
The primary objective of this initiative is to alleviate traffic congestion, improve the quality of life, reduce gas emissions, and create pedestrian-friendly areas around the Prophet’s Mosque.
As reported by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), a fleet of 200 modern buses has been arranged to facilitate the transportation of visitors to significant religious sites in Madinah during Ramzan this year.
The Madinah Region Development Authority has meticulously planned seven shuttle routes to transport individuals to and from the Prophet’s Mosque. Additionally, a dedicated station for transportation to Quba Mosque has been established.
The shuttle service will be operational from 3 pm until one hour after the Tarawih prayer. During the last 10 days of Ramzan, the service extends until half an hour after the Qiyam prayer.
| Key pick-up locations include: |
| – Sports Stadium |
| – Durrat Al-Madinah |
| – Sayed Alshuhda’ |
| – The Islamic University |
| – AlKhaldiha Neighborhood |
| – Bani Harithah |
For a comprehensive overview of all stations and scheduled routes, a detailed bus map is provided here.
According to astronomical calculations, Ramzan in Saudi Arabia is expected to commence on March 11. The exact date will be confirmed closer to the time, in accordance with the moon-sighting tradition. This initiative showcases Saudi Arabia’s commitment to enhancing the experience of visitors during the sacred month of Ramzan while promoting sustainability and efficient transportation systems.