New Bus Service Lunch
AMA BUS SERVICE Jharsuguda
CRUT Lunched AMA Bus service in Jharsuguda on 4th June 2026.
AMA Bus service lunched in Jharsuguda
The ‘Ama Bus’ service expand to eight more towns across Odisha, enhancing the state’s urban transport network and JHARSUGUDA one of them. Ama Bus services Jharsuguda lunch in 4th June 2026.
CRUT has implemented several safety measures to improve commuter security. Speed limits are strictly enforced: electric buses are limited to 35 km/h, diesel buses to 40 km/h on city routes, and 50 km/h on intercity highways.
AMA Bus Timing – Jharsuguda to Sambalpur
| Sl. No. | Bus. No. | Jharsuguda Location | Departure Time | Sambalpur Arrival Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | OD15B1933 | VSS Airport | 16:40 pm | 18:10 pm |
| 2 | OR23B7777 | Beheramal | 16:50 pm | 18:20 pm |
Fare Structure of AC - AMA Bus Service
| Stages | Kilometer | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0-2 | 5.00 |
| 2 | 2-4 | 10.00 |
| 3 | 4-7 | 15.00 |
| 4 | 7-10 | 20.00 |
| 5 | 10-14 | 25.00 |
| 6 | 14-18 | 30.00 |
| 7 | 18-22 | 35.00 |
| 8 | 22-27 | 40.00 |
| 9 | 27-32 | 45.00 |
| 10 | 32-37 | 50.00 |
| 11 | 37-43 | 55.00 |
| 12 | 43-49 | 60.00 |
| 13 | 49-55 | 65.00 |
| 14 | 55-61 | 70.00 |
| 15 | 61-67 | 75.00 |
| 16 | 67-73 | 80.00 |
| 17 | 73-79 | 85.00 |
| 18 | 79-85 | 90.00 |
| 19 | 85-91 | 95.00 |
| 20 | 91-97 | 100.00 |
| 21 | 97-103 | 105.00 |
| 22 | 103-109 | 110.00 |
| 23 | 109-115 | 115.00 |
| 24 | 115-121 | 120.00 |
| 25 | 121-127 | 125.00 |
| 26 | 127-133 | 130.00 |
| 27 | 97-103 | 105.00 |
| Stages | Kilometer | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0-2 | 5.00 |
| 2 | 2-4 | 10.00 |
| 3 | 4-7 | 15.00 |
| 4 | 7-10 | 20.00 |
| 5 | 10-14 | 25.00 |
| 6 | 14-18 | 30.00 |
| 7 | 18-22 | 35.00 |
| 8 | 22-27 | 40.00 |
| 9 | 27-32 | 45.00 |
| 10 | 32-37 | 50.00 |
| 11 | 37-43 | 55.00 |
| 12 | 43-49 | 60.00 |
| 13 | 49-55 | 65.00 |
| 14 | 55-61 | 70.00 |
| 15 | 61-67 | 75.00 |
| 16 | 67-73 | 80.00 |
| 17 | 73-79 | 85.00 |
| 18 | 79-85 | 90.00 |
| 19 | 85-91 | 95.00 |
| 20 | 91-97 | 100.00 |
| 21 | 97-103 | 105.00 |
| 22 | 103-109 | 110.00 |
| 23 | 109-115 | 115.00 |
| 24 | 115-121 | 120.00 |
| 25 | 121-127 | 125.00 |
| 26 | 127-133 | 130.00 |
| 27 | 97-103 | 105.00 |
Key Benefits of Ama Bus in Jharsuguda
- Affordable Transportation
- The service launched with a low fare of around ₹10 on the initial route, making daily travel more affordable for students, workers, and senior citizens.
- Better Connectivity
- The first route connected Ainthapali, Sambalpur to VSS Airport, Jharsuguda with other important locations, improving access to healthcare and public services.
- Reduced Dependence on Autos
- Jharsuguda residents gained a lower-cost alternative to auto-rickshaws and private vehicles, reducing travel expenses.
- Support for Urban Growth
- Jharsuguda is an important industrial and commercial hub in western Odisha. Public bus services help workers and commuters travel more efficiently across the city.
- Environmental Benefits
- One objective of the CRUT (Comprehensive Regiona Urban Transport) program is to encourage public transport and reduce pollution from private vehicles. More people using buses means lower traffic congestion and emissions.
- Inclusive Mobility
- People who do not own motorcycles or cars, including students, women, elderly citizens, and lower-income households, get reliable access to transportation
Overall Imapact
For Jharsuguda, Ama Bus Service has significantly enhanced mobility, affordability, access to hospitals and workplaces, and urban connectivity. Although the system is smaller compared to those in larger Odisha cities, it has made public transport more accessible and supports the city’s ongoing growth.