Transtu: 20 new bus lines to the beaches

To accommodate the summer season and ease travel for beachgoers, the Tunis Transport Company (Transtu) has introduced 20 new bus routes specifically serving the capital's beaches. This initiative expands the existing public transport network, aiming to provide comprehensive coverage to the region's main seaside destinations.

The northern coast of Tunis, including popular spots like La Goulette and La Marsa, benefits from targeted service enhancements. For La Goulette, two regular lines operate daily from Fouchana and on Sundays and holidays from Birine, both priced at 1,500 millimes. La Marsa also sees improved connectivity with two lines at the same fare, serving residents from El Omrane Supérieur on Sundays and holidays, and a daily service from Zahrouni.

Kalâat el-Andalous beach receives significant attention with ten dedicated routes. A local shuttle runs every 90 minutes for 500 millimes, while longer journeys from surrounding communes like Tebourba and Intilaka range from 1,500 to 2,000 millimes. Most of these routes operate on Sundays to meet peak demand, though some, like the one from El Bassatine, run throughout the weekend, and the Intilaka line operates daily.

Sidi Bou Saïd, a popular tourist village, is served by six regular lines at 1,500 millimes, with morning and evening departures. These routes connect areas such as Cité Ennasr, Ksar Saïd, and Manouba directly to the coast. Transtu reminds the public that these special services complement the regular bus lines and the historic TGM train line, which connects Tunis to La Marsa via La Goulette.