Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – Following the official opening of the Myanmar-South Korea Friendship (Dala) Bridge on February 6, 2026, the cross-river YBS bus service, spearheaded by the Yangon Regional Public Transport Committee (YRTC), has been operating smoothly. Currently, the route operates 30 buses daily, serving nearly 10,000 commuters daily, efficiently connecting Yangon city with Dala town and surrounding areas.
I. Operational Overview: 30 Buses Operating in Tandem, Affordable Fares, Stable Passenger Flow
According to the Myanmar Global New Light of Myanmar (GNLM), U Liang Khin Maung, Joint Secretary of the YRTC, explained that the cross-river bus service consists of 20 buses from YBPC and 10 buses from YUPT, officially commencing operation on February 12, Union Day. Service hours are from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM daily, with simultaneous departures from both Yangon and Dala bus stations.
The routes operate on a uniform standard fare of 400 kyats per person, which, based on the exchange rate of February 22, 2026 (1 kyat ≈ 0.0033 yuan), is approximately 1.32 yuan. U Liangqin Mang stated that the daily passenger flow on these routes is currently stable at 8,000 to 10,000, effectively alleviating the pressure on cross-river travel.
II. Two Cross-River Routes Precisely Cover and Connect Core Areas
Both routes terminate at Bominyao on the Dala side, with the return routes remaining consistent, achieving seamless connections between the city's core commercial districts, residential areas, and tourist attractions and the cross-river passage:
YBPC Route: Passing through Suletha, Anau Ratha Road, Lanma Road, Bogyo, and Pongye, it enters the Dala Bridge via General Aung San Road, primarily connecting Yangon's urban commercial center with Dala Township.
YUPT Route: Starting from Bottathon Pagoda, the route runs along Business Street, Beach Road, and Thakinmyor Park to the Bogyo Bridge, covering residential areas and tourist attractions in eastern Yangon, catering to both commuting and travel needs.
III. Reshaping the Commuting Landscape: Future Services Will Be Dynamically Optimized
The opening of this route has completely changed the regional transportation landscape. The previous ferry-based commuting mode between Yangon and Dala has been replaced by an efficient public transport system. Connectivity between southern townships such as Dala, Thandi, and Kunchungon and downtown Yangon has been significantly improved, further expanding Yangon's urban development space.
YRTC has clearly stated that it will dynamically adjust its operating plan based on changes in passenger flow and actual public demand, increasing the number of vehicles, optimizing route layout, or adding stops as needed to continuously improve service coverage and travel experience.
IV. Collaborative Governance: Protecting the Bridge Environment and Long-Term Operation and Maintenance
In response to uncivilized behaviors such as spitting betel nut juice and littering that occurred during the initial operation of the bridge, the authorities issued a joint initiative to drivers and passengers, calling for joint efforts to maintain the bridge's public environment.
Currently, Myanmar's Ministry of Construction and municipal departments have jointly launched a special cleaning operation, increased police patrols and warning signs on the bridge, and strictly prohibited behaviors such as illegal parking for photography and littering, to ensure the cleanliness and safety of this iconic traffic facility and its long-term stable operation. (End)
