BUDO Bursa Deniz OtobüsleriAccording to an announcement by Bursa Sea Buses (BUDO), effective September 1, 2026, the sale of QR (Quick Response) code single-use tickets, currently used for public transport services across Bursa, will cease at BursaKart sales points. This regulation is being implemented as part of BUDO's efforts to promote digital transformation and environmentally friendly practices. Passengers will need to switch to alternative digital methods or BursaKart for their single-journey transportation needs after this date.
Digital Transformation and Eco-Friendly Approach
BUDO Bursa Sea Buses is accelerating its digitalization efforts to modernize public transportation services in Bursa and establish a sustainable structure. In this context, the aim is to reduce physical ticket usage, prevent paper waste, and promote environmentally friendly digital alternatives. The discontinuation of QR code single-use ticket sales is a significant step in this digital transformation strategy.
What Passengers Need to Know
As of September 1, 2026, passengers who will no longer be able to purchase QR code single-use tickets from BursaKart sales points will need to turn to different methods for their transportation needs. The main options for affected passengers are:
- Using BursaKart: You can obtain a BursaKart, valid on public transportation vehicles, or load credit onto your existing card to make your journeys.
- Mobile Applications and Digital Payment Methods: Opportunities for ticket purchase or boarding via mobile applications and other digital payment systems offered by BUDO or Bursa Metropolitan Municipality should be considered.
- Alternative Sales Points: It is important to follow current information regarding options for loading credit or obtaining tickets through BursaKart top-up points and other digital channels.
To avoid any inconvenience, passengers are advised to gather information and prepare for alternative transportation and payment methods before this date. For current announcements and detailed information, you can follow our list of all announcements or use BUDO's official communication channels.
Further Information and Contact
Passengers wishing to obtain detailed information on this matter can call BUDO's Call Center at 0850 850 99 16. The call center is available to answer passengers' questions and provide guidance on digital alternatives. These digitalization steps by BUDO are part of a broader modernization trend in the transportation sector and hold the potential to offer similar conveniences in ferry journeys in the future. Accessing up-to-date information when planning travel is crucial for passengers, especially when making last-minute ticket purchases.