Bus rapid transit (BRT) is a high-capacity public transport system that combines the speed and reliability of light rail with the flexibility of buses. It features dedicated right-of-way lanes, off-board fare collection, platform-level boarding, and transit signal priority. Urban planners implement these systems to move large volumes of passengers efficiently while avoiding the massive construction costs associated with rail networks.
The new BRT line will cut commute times in half because the buses never have to merge with general traffic.
Related terms
Bus rapid transit
A high-quality bus-based transit system that delivers fast, comfortable, and cost-effective services at metro-level capacities.
Bus lane
A bus lane is a designated traffic lane restricted to public transit vehicles.
Priority
The legal right of a vehicle or pedestrian to proceed ahead of conflicting traffic.
BRS
This acronym stands for bus rapid service, a transit model that improves bus speeds without full dedicated infrastructure.