Spanish Town, St. Catherine – The Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) is pleased to announce the reintroduction of its May Pen Bus Route, bringing enhanced convenience and affordable fares to residents and students in May Pen and surrounding areas. As part of the reintroduction activities, a pop-up event was held at May Pen Square on January 16, 2025 from 6:00am to 6:00pm, encouraging commuters to top up their JUTC SmarterCards or sign up for their first card.
During the event, JUTC’s Acting Managing Director, Mr. Owen Ellington, toured the May Pen Route, engaging with commuters and gaining firsthand feedback. The tour, which spanned from Spanish Town to Denbigh, Lionel Town, and May Pen Square, highlighted the company’s commitment to providing reliable and accessible transportation solutions.
One commuter expressed her satisfaction, stating, “The best thing the JUTC did was extend its service to May Pen, especially benefiting my children. When going to school, their preferred route is always taking the JUTC. The fares are also very affordable.”
The May Pen Route was initially introduced in 2017 (routes 501, 502 and 503) through a partnership with the Ministry of Education and Youth to accommodate students in the area. Its reintroduction ensures the continued availability of safe and affordable public transportation for commuters.
The following routes are operational:
- Route 501: Old Harbour – Denbigh/May Pen via Free Town, Bustamante Highway
- Route 502: Lionel Town – Denbigh/May Pen via Vere Hayes, Mineral Heights
- Route 503: Toll Gates – Denbigh/May Pen via Osborne Store, Muirhead Avenue
- Route 511: Spanish Town – May Pen via Toll Road/Highway
Mr. Owen Ellington, Acting Managing Director shared his enthusiasm for the initiative, saying, “JUTC is committed to meeting the needs of our commuters, and the reintroduction of the May Pen Route reflects our dedication to improving the quality of public transportation across Jamaica.”
Adding to this, Ms. Nathalia Palomino, Marketing and Sales Manager, remarked, “The response from the community has been overwhelmingly positive. We urge all commuters to make the most of the JUTC SmarterCard and enjoy the benefits of reduced fares. This initiative underscores our commitment to customer satisfaction.”
Commuters can visit any JUTC outlet or the mobile unit to top up or acquire their SmarterCards. The JUTC remains steadfast in its mission to provide safe, reliable, and affordable transportation to all Jamaicans.
Contact:
Shantole Thompson
Corporate Communications Manager
Email:[email protected]
Telephone: 876-5829742
