The Ministry of Transport and Communications announced on Apr. 29 that new buses will begin operating this week to connect Callao with the center of Lima, aiming to improve connectivity and reduce travel times for thousands of residents.
The introduction of these buses is part of ongoing efforts to modernize public transportation in the region. The Ministry supports cultural and social wellbeing by improving national connectivity through enhanced transport infrastructure, according to the official website.
The new fleet consists of natural gas-powered vehicles equipped with security cameras linked to the monitoring center at the Municipality of Callao. This system is intended to strengthen real-time surveillance and help prevent crimes such as thefts and extortion. Additionally, passengers can pay using digital wallets, making access easier and supporting modernization efforts.
These buses will cover an estimated route of 40 kilometers from Mi Perú (Ventanilla), passing through key avenues such as Néstor Gambetta, Elmer Faucett, Colonial, Dos de Mayo, before reaching central Lima. This route is expected to benefit daily commuters between these areas. During a presentation event, it was highlighted that this initiative results from technical work aimed at strengthening formal transport systems. “Hemos abierto el camino, a través de la entrega de títulos habilitantes, para que los operadores accedan a financiamiento y puedan renovar su flota, mejorando así el servicio para los ciudadanos,” said the executive president of ATU.
The measure coincides with improvements in road infrastructure in Callao like the implementation of an exclusive bus lane known as ‘carril bus rosado.’ This dedicated lane has improved traffic flow for users across 57 authorized routes by reducing congestion and travel times.
According to officials at the event, travel times have been reduced by up to 45 minutes due to these actions. With this reduction in commute time comes a direct improvement in quality of life for citizens who can now move more quickly and safely within urban areas.
As reported by its official website, the Ministry functions as part of Peru’s executive branch with authority over transport policy; it operates service centers such as MAC Lima Este and MAC Lima Sur; delivers safe infrastructure for national development; serves communities throughout Peru; manages multimodal approaches via partnerships since beginning operations in 1969; all under ministerial guidance.
