Route 23: Mirqab to Subhan

Commercial Core to Distant Suburb

Route 23 extends from downtown Mirqab to Subhan, serving suburban residents requiring downtown access and downtown commuters with Subhan employment. The 250 fils fare applies; this long-distance route benefits regular commuters purchasing monthly passes. Route 23 represents the extended commute serving Kuwait's sprawling geography.

Extended Suburban Corridor

The 45-55 minute journey traverses considerable distance from central commercial to suburban residence. The route serves multiple passenger purposes—downtown workers living in affordable Subhan apartments, downtown service employees, and suburban residents requiring downtown destinations. The journey's character reflects urban-to-suburban transition—initial commercial focus progressively toward residential calm. Morning peak brings heavy Subhan-to-downtown traffic; evening reverses this. AC reliability critical for extended transit duration. Seating frequently involves standing room during peaks, more availability during off-peak periods. The route represents the commute sacrifice—extended transit time in exchange for residential affordability or employment availability.

Supporting Suburban Commuting

Many Kuwait residents live in Subhan for affordable housing; Route 23 enables their downtown employment access critical for income generation. Private taxi from Subhan to Mirqab costs 15–20 KD; Route 23 at 250 fils represents dramatic cost savings for daily commuters. A 30-day pass becomes economically sensible for regular commuters, reducing per-trip cost below 250 fils and enabling manageable commuting expense relative to modest wages. The route validates suburban residents as integral to Kuwait's functioning—transit infrastructure extends to peripheries as much as central districts. Route 23 embodies the extended commute experience—time investment as trade-off for residential affordability.