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JUTC’s Port Antonio-Kingston route attracts strong early interest

jamaicagleaner · jamaica · north america

The Jamaica Urban Transit Company’s (JUTC) Route 710 service between Port Antonio and downtown Kingston officially hit the road on Wednesday, providing commuters in Portland and St Thomas with another public transportation option to the capital. Ahead of the launch, approximately 500 people signed up for JUTC SmartFare cards, underscoring strong demand for the service. The route, which operates through St Thomas, runs Monday to Saturday and has been welcomed by residents as a comfortable and reliable transportation option between Portland and Kingston.

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