New MyKuching bus route launched, connecting Saujana-Bau with PwD-friendly buses, expanded coverage

Borneo Post

24-04-2025

(From left) Razami, Kong and Mordi, together with others, give their thumbs-up as they pose with the Bas MyKuching bus.
KUCHING (April 24): The Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board (CVLB) Sarawak launched the new MyKuching Q08B Bus route today, connecting Saujana and the Bau Bus Terminal.
According to CVLB Sarawak chairman Michael Kong, this new route marks another step forward in the board's ongoing commitment to improving public transportation coverage across Greater Kuching and its surrounding area.
The Q08B route features six new persons with disabilities (PwD)-friendly buses, covering a 34-km stretch with 34 bus stops.
'On weekdays and Saturdays, the first bus begins its journey at 6am with the last bus at 10pm. On Sunday, the first bus operates at 6am, with the last bus departing at 8pm from Bau and 9pm if from Saujana,' he said in the media release.
To cater to peak-hour demand, Kong said bus frequency will increase to every 30 minutes from 6am to 7am and 5pm to 6pm on weekdays.
'This ensures more people can rely on this service as a practical and timely option for their daily commute,' he added.
The route passes through key locations including Timberland Medical Centre, Trinity Hub, Boulevard Shopping Centre, Farley Kuching, 7th Mile Market, Siniawan, and SMK Paku.
'We are encouraged to see this new route connecting vibrant suburban areas like 7th Mile, a growing hub with a dynamic local community. Ensuring greater access to efficient and affordable public transportation in these areas is vital to inclusive development that leaves no community behind,' said Kong.
The launch also reflects the Federal Government's ongoing efforts to improve public transport accessibility beyond Kuching's city centre, reaching areas long in need of better connectivity.
'We hope that the residents in 7th Mile, Siniawan, Bau, and surrounding areas will find this new service beneficial.
'As we roll out this route, we are also exploring ways to ease the registration process for concession cards ― especially for senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and students ― all of whom ride for free under the Bas MyKuching programme,' Kong added.
Fare ranges from RM0.90 to RM4 depending on the route distance and can be paid using debit cards, credit cards, e-wallets, or cash.
Malaysian citizens with disabilities, senior citizens aged 60 and above, school students, and university students are eligible for free fares and can apply for the BAS.MY Concession Card from the route operator.
Others may subscribe to the 30-Day BAS.MY Pass priced at RM50, which allows unlimited travel on any BAS.MY Kuching route for 30 days.
He further explained that more mobile and community-based registration booths are being considered to facilitate better access to these benefits.
Kong said that CVLB Sarawak will continue to work towards a more connected, accessible, and people-first public transport network in the state.
Also present at the launch were Mas Gading MP Mordi Bimol and CVLB deputy director Razami Mohamad Jamali. Bau CVLB MyKuching Q08B Bus Saujana