Buses Replacing Rail

Quito BRT

Bus Rapid Transit Gaining in Popularity

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August 2, 2021 - The Washington Post

Bus in Snow

Do Bus-Only Cities Have More Bus Riders?

Does light rail increase or decrease transit ridership? This article compares "bus only" metro areas to those which have recently built light rail lines.

October 31, 2017 - Michael Lewyn

Link and Bus Seattle

Light Rail Doesn't Always Mean Fewer Buses

Cities that have recently adopted light rail sometimes actually add bus riders.

June 4, 2015 - Michael Lewyn

When Buses (May) Replace Rail: Princeton's Dinky Line

It's the nation's shortest commuter route, less than 3 miles with no intermediary stops. The train composed of two electrified cars, with presidential history in its 145 years. If Princeton University has its way, it will soon be replaced by a bus.

June 2, 2010 - The New York Times - N.Y. / Region

When Buses (May) Replace Rail: Princeton's Dinky Line

It's the nation's shortest commuter route, less than 3 miles with no intermediary stops. The train is composed of two electrified cars, with presidential history in its 145 years. If Princeton University has its way, it will soon be replaced by a bus

June 1, 2010 - The New York Times - N.Y. / Region

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