RTC Chiang Mai Resumes EV Bus Service on Route 24
RTC Chiang Mai has announced the return of its public bus service, launching an electric bus route to coincide with the Yi Peng festival.
According to Prachachat Business, RTC Chiang Mai is officially resuming public bus operations in the city. The service is launching with Route 24, which will operate in both directions to connect key urban locations. The route includes stops at Chiang Mai International Airport, the Nimman area, Chang Phueak Bus Terminal, Warorot Market, Tha Phae Gate, and Wua Lai Road.
This development is timed to coincide with the upcoming Yi Peng festival, providing residents and visitors with improved public transit options during the busy holiday period. To encourage ridership, the company is offering a promotional period featuring free rides during the initial trial phase.
For travelers and residents, this service offers a convenient, eco-friendly way to navigate the city's major cultural and commercial hubs. While the return of the service is confirmed, specific details regarding the duration of the free trial period and the long-term operational schedule beyond the initial launch phase remain to be clarified by the operator. Users are encouraged to monitor local updates for any changes to the route or service hours as the festival approaches.
