A2/U2/X2

Bahrain Bus A2, U2 & X2 To University of Bahrain

A2: Bahrain Investment Gateway ⇆ X2: University of Bahrain (Sakhir Campus)
Bahrain
Operator
BPTC
Fare
275 Fils single trip (700 Fils daily cap)
Frequency
Not specified by BPTC — verify via app. Note: U2 is temporarily withdrawn during the summer university holiday period.
Journey time
~55-65 min (estimate — long cross-island corridor)
Stops: A2: Bahrain Investment Gateway → X2: University of Bahrain (Sakhir Campus)
A2: Bahrain Investment Gateway
A2: Airport
A2: Manama
A2: City Centre
A2: Seef
A2: SKBS Highway
A2: Souq Waqif
A2: Hamad Town
A2: University of Bahrain (Sakhir)
U2: Manama
U2: Qalali
U2: Samaheej
U2: Busaiteen
U2: Muharraq
U2: University of Bahrain (temporarily withdrawn in summer university holidays)
X2: The Avenues
X2: Manama
X2: City Centre
X2: Seef
X2: SKBS Highway
X2: Souq Waqif
X2: Hamad Town
X2: University of Bahrain (Sakhir Campus)
Return: X2: University of Bahrain (Sakhir Campus) → A2: Bahrain Investment Gateway

Same route, opposite direction. Fare and frequency are the same as the outbound trip above.

X2: University of Bahrain (Sakhir Campus)
X2: Hamad Town
X2: Souq Waqif
X2: SKBS Highway
X2: Seef
X2: City Centre
X2: Manama
X2: The Avenues
U2: University of Bahrain (temporarily withdrawn in summer university holidays)
U2: Muharraq
U2: Busaiteen
U2: Samaheej
U2: Qalali
U2: Manama
A2: University of Bahrain (Sakhir)
A2: Hamad Town
A2: Souq Waqif
A2: SKBS Highway
A2: Seef
A2: City Centre
A2: Manama
A2: Airport
A2: Bahrain Investment Gateway
Route map
Standard fare
275 Fils single trip (700 Fils daily cap)
Notes & additional info

Bahrain Bus A2, U2 & X2: Complete Guide — To University of Bahrain

Bahrain Bus Routes A2, U2, and X2 all connect different starting points to the University of Bahrain’s Sakhir campus, making this corridor one of the most important for students across the island. Together, Bahrain Bus Routes A2/U2/X2 give commuters from the airport, Manama, and Muharraq direct options to reach the university.

About Bahrain Bus Routes A2, U2 & X2

These three routes share the same destination but take different paths, so choosing the right one depends on where you’re starting from. Route A2 begins at the Bahrain Investment Gateway and passes through the airport before reaching City Centre, Seef, and eventually the university via the SKBS Highway and Souq Waqif. Route U2 starts in Manama and takes a more northern path through Muharraq’s Qalali, Samaheej, and Busaiteen areas — note that U2 is temporarily withdrawn during the summer university holiday period, since demand drops when students aren’t on campus. Route X2 starts from The Avenues shopping mall and follows a similar central path to A2 via Manama and City Centre.

Bahrain Bus Routes A2/U2/X2 Stops and Corridor

Route From Via To
A2 Bahrain Investment Gateway Airport – Manama – City Centre – Seef – SKBS Hwy – Souq Waqif – Hamad Town University of Bahrain (Sakhir)
U2 Manama Qalali – Samaheej – Busaiteen – Muharraq University of Bahrain (temporarily withdrawn in summer)
X2 The Avenues Manama – City Centre – Seef – SKBS Hwy – Souq Waqif – Hamad Town University of Bahrain (Sakhir Campus)

Fare and Payment

All three routes charge Bahrain’s standard network-wide fare: 275 Fils per trip with a GO Card (700 Fils daily cap), or 300 Fils with a paper ticket. Weekly (3 BHD) and monthly (12 BHD) passes cover all three routes since they’re part of the same BPTC network.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between A2, U2, and X2?
All three reach University of Bahrain’s Sakhir campus, but start from different points: A2 from Bahrain Investment Gateway, U2 from Manama via Muharraq’s northern towns, and X2 from The Avenues.

Is U2 available year-round?
No, it’s temporarily withdrawn during the summer university holiday period when student demand drops.

Which route should I take from The Avenues?
Route X2 starts directly from The Avenues.

Do these routes stop at Souq Waqif?
Yes, all three pass through Souq Waqif on their way to the university.

How much does the trip cost?
275 Fils with a GO Card, the same as every other BPTC route.

Are these routes useful for non-students?
Yes, they also serve City Centre, Seef, and Hamad Town, making them useful for shopping and commuting trips along the way, not just university access.

Nearby Routes and Connections

For a direct campus-to-Exhibition World connection, see Bahrain Bus Route E2. See the Bahrain bus routes hub for the full list. For live updates, check BPTC’s official website.

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