The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has introduced real-time tracking of electric and metro buses on Google Maps through its newly integrated CDA Mobile App.
The initiative allows passengers to view bus routes, stops, and schedules directly on their smartphones, offering accurate guidance, time-saving features, and easier travel options across Islamabad and Rawalpindi.
According to CDA officials, the system covers both the electric bus feeder routes and the entire metro bus network.
Electric buses, launched in July 2024, currently operate on 13 feeder routes, including services from Faizabad to NUST, PIMS to Bari Imam, Police Lines to D-12, Abpara to Tramri, and several others. Weekend tourist routes also run from PIMS to Daman-e-Koh and Shakarparian, making public transport accessible to scenic points in the capital.
The Metro Bus Service, which has expanded over the years, is also part of the integration.
The Red Line operates between Saddar and Pak Secretariat, while the Orange Line connects Peshawar Mor to Islamabad International Airport. The Green Line runs from Bhara Kahu to PIMS, the Blue Line links Gulberg with Faizabad, and the Purple Line connects Taramri with Aabpara. Together, these routes form the backbone of Islamabad’s mass transit network.
With the new integration, commuters can now track real-time bus arrivals and departures, identify nearest stops, and plan their journeys more efficiently using Google Maps. The initiative is expected to not only improve passenger convenience but also encourage greater use of public transport, reducing traffic congestion and environmental pollution in the federal capital.
The CDA Mobile App is available for download on both Android and iOS platforms. Passengers can access the service through the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store, ensuring seamless navigation and an improved commuting experience.