Here’s Exactly How to Use the Public Buses in Lebanon: Cost and Schedules

The long-awaited launch of the public buses back in July 2024 marked a significant step toward improving the public transport system in Lebanon. If you’re considering taking the bus but aren’t sure where to start, this guide breaks down everything you need to know—from routes and fares to tips for a smooth ride.

Which Lines Are Currently Active?

B1:

Nahr El Mot – Dora Rounadabout – Ain El Mreisseh – AUB Seaside – Military Club – UNESCO – Cola – Barbir – Adlieh – Nahr El Mot

B2:
Nahr El Mot – Dora – Isharet Naher – Adlieh – Cola – UNESCO – Raouche – Military Club – AUB Seaside – 4 Seasons Hotel – Dora Roundabout – Nahr El Mot

B3:
Antelias – Jal EL Dib – Zalka – Nahr El Mot – Jdeideh – Mar Youssef – Dora – Karantina – Mar Mikhael – Akkawi – Sassine Sqaure – Bechara El Khoury – Basta – Mar Elias – Druze Council – Bristol

B3 (Raj3a):
Etoile – Druze Council – Nazlet El Hoss – Mar Elias –– Basta lower – Bechara El Khoury – Sassine Square – Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Akkawi – Mar Mikhael – Nahr Entrance – Dora Roundabout – Mar Youssef – Jdeideh – Nahr El Mot – Zalka – Jal El Dib – Antelias

B4:
Martyrs Square – Beirut souks – Hamra – Sanayeh – Bchara Khoury – Qasqas – Tayouneh – Mar Michael church – Moucharrafieh – Laylaki – Lebanese University

B5:
Nahr El Mot – Jdeideh – Isharet Etihad – Jesr Achrafieh – Sassine – Sodeco – Basta – Druze Council – Concord – Nahr El Mot

ML3:
Dora – Bourj Hammoud – Nabaa – Saloumi – Habtour – Chevrolet – Gallery Semaan – Hadath – Antonine University – Baabda Hospital

Where Are the Bus Stops?

Click here to view the map generated by Lebanon’s public transport service. You’ll find all the bus stops clearly marked, making it easier to plan your route and navigate the network.

What Are Their Operating Hours & How Often Do They Run?

The buses operate daily from 6 AM to 7 PM, but during Ramadan, service ends at 5 PM. A bus arrives every 20–25 minutes, depending on traffic.

How Much Does A Trip Cost?

One trip on all routes costs 70,000 LBP, except for the ML3 route, which costs 100,000 LBP.

Where Can You Buy A Ticket or Bus Card?

There are two types of cards you can buy:

1) One-time pass:

You can buy this pass when you onboard the bus and pay the driver in cash. He’ll give you a QR code to scan. You would either pay 70,000 LBP or 100,000 LBP for the fare, depending on the line you’re taking.

2) Rechargeable card:

Their rechargeable card costs 250,000 LBP and automatically covers a 70,000 LBP fare. You can top up this card as much as you want at any of the locations listed below:

Katsh Main Office – Starco, Minet El Hosn, Beirut – 78 900 066

Gambo Cell – Hamra, next to Al Sheikha Restaurant – 76 866 887

Romo Cell – Al Rawda, Tal3et el Sabtiye Bitar Hospital – 71 742 725

Hello Cell – Hamra, Al Labban Street, Tal3et Kouraytem – 76 177 990

Siraj Cell – Bourj Hammoud, Arax Intersection – 81 665 664

H.M Services – Dora Roundabout – 03 982 332

Mini Market El Chami – Hadath-Hamra Street – 03 808 191

Zaiter Cell 2 – Bourj Hammoud, Nabaa, Alghelan Street, next to Abou Abbas – 70 686 600

Bashar Cell – Dawra, Kharrat Center, Near Kharrat Pharmacy – 76 369 386

Zaiter Cell 4 – Alkilani Street, D7 – 71 403 217

Zaiter Cell 2 – Bourj Hammoud, Red Cross Street, Nabaa – 81 101 408

Ciraj Cell – Nabaa, Beirut – 76 660 722

Telectronic – Dekwaneh, Ras El Dekwaneh, next to Kniset El Saydeh – 71 358 589

Itoos Cell – Hamra, Baalbek Street, facing Hamra Mosque, Beirut – 76 992 717

Abou Ghassan – Manara, Main Road, next to Al Malahi, Beirut – 71 266 426

You can reach out to Katsh, the top-up info line, on 70 600 026 or 70 600 036 to ask them about the branch closest to you.

For more information, reach out to their info line: +961 3 114 664 or +961 24 543 869. Make sure to check out their Instagram for updates!

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