Bus rapid transit is a specialized public transportation system designed to mimic the performance of light rail using rubber-tired vehicles. A true system requires dedicated busways separate from general traffic, specialized stations with level boarding, off-board fare collection, and frequent operations. Traffic engineers design these corridors to maximize passenger throughput and minimize dwell times at stops.
Heard on the job
City council finally approved the budget for the bus rapid transit corridor on Main Street.
Do not mix it up with
- Bus lane: A bus lane is just a painted lane on a regular street, whereas bus rapid transit is an entire system with dedicated infrastructure and stations.