Route 18: Mirqab to UN Circle

Commerce to Development Hub

Route 18 connects commercial downtown Mirqab with the development-oriented UN Circle, serving business commuters and institutional workers. The 250 fils fare applies; regular commuters utilize 30-day passes for cost optimization. This route represents the professional commute artery—essentially business-focused transit.

Administrative-to-Institutional Transition

The 25-30 minute journey traces Mirqab's commercial core through administrative progression toward UN Circle—the international development hub. The destination UN Circle refers to the roundabout serving multiple international organizations, NGOs, development agencies, and institutional headquarters. Route 18's passengers predominantly include administrative professionals, development workers, and organization staff. The journey's character is distinctly professional—quietly focused, time-conscious, business-oriented passengers. AC functions reliably for professionally-dressed commuters. Seating reflects work patterns—morning emphasis on reaching destination punctually, evening reversal focusing on departure timing rather than immediate comfort.

Institutional Worker Commuting

UN Circle houses significant employment—international organizations, development agencies, and institutional workers depend on Route 18 for daily transit. The route's morning and evening peaks reflect institutional work schedules (typically 8 AM - 4:30 PM patterns). Passengers at UN Circle tend toward higher education levels, often multilingual, internationally-oriented professionals. The route validates institutional work sector as legitimate transit purpose. Private taxi from Mirqab to UN Circle costs 5–8 KD; Route 18 at 250 fils enables cost-conscious institutional workers. The route embodies the professional commute experience.