Difference between revisions of "Portal:Bus Priority Treatments"
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Revision as of 21:20, 16 May 2018
Introduction
Bus rapid transit (BRT) has emerged as a favorable alternative to rail transit. BRT runs in dedicated lanes, has separated stations that are more robust than traditional bus stops, and allows off-board fare payment. Transit planners view BRT as a way to provide comparable service to heavy or light rail while witnessing considerable capital cost savings.
Selected Article
BRT Examples
Characteristics of BRT
BRT has a number of features distinguishing it from traditional fixed-route bus service: