The Kalush community has replenished its municipal fleet with four buses against the backdrop of rising costs, due to which carriers proposed to increase the fare. Three vehicles are planned to be involved in city routes, while one will be directed to rural districts. This was reported by the mayor of Kalush, Andriy Naida.
Bus routes in Kalush: which directions are being worked on in November 2026
After the purchase, the number of municipal buses increased from five to nine. The new vehicles are equipped with air conditioning and facilities for barrier-free access. The city council is addressing three issues:
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Connection from Karpatska Keramika through Vynnychenka and Rubchak streets, the train station, and Khotyn to Pidgirky and Kalush Central District Hospital in both directions.
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Preservation of route No. 6.
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Access to the residential area of Vysochanka.
According to Mayor Andriy Naida, due to rising fuel prices, private carriers may refuse certain routes. The own buses will help maintain communication between Kalush and 16 villages of the community and ensure transportation for children and passengers who are entitled to fare discounts.
Purchase of buses in Kalush: how much has already been paid
The buses were purchased under the state program "Affordable loans 5–7–9%". A first installment of 4 million UAH has already been paid. On November 6, the buses were registered and added to the balance of the municipal enterprise "Ekoresurs". They will then be insured and a five-year loan for 15 million UAH will be arranged.
The city council has not yet announced the date for the buses to go into service. Transport updates are also being prepared in neighboring Transcarpathia: nine electric buses for Uzhgorod are expected in April 2027.