Bus Transit
Private Shuttles Don't Slow Public Buses, Study Suggests
As more companies start to run private buses, some of which use public transit bus stops, the question of whether or not they're getting in the way has become more hotly contested.
Addressing a Bus Driver Shortage in San Francisco
The ongoing quest to fix Muni enters a new chapter, after a driver shortage impacted bus service earlier this year.
Bus Lanes: the City Pays, Should Tech Companies Benefit?
Bus lanes built and policed by the city of San Francisco will be open to private transit buses. Sue Vaughan argues that's a mistake.
Staten Island Express Bus Relaunches
Express buses in Staten Island started their new routes August 19 with fewer routes and fewer stops and faster travel the MTA hopes.
How Bus Systems Compare When Using the Same Definition of 'On Time'
The definition of "On Time" varies from transit system to transit system, making comparisons difficult. When compared using the same standards, a more accurate portrait of transit performance emerges.
Lessons from Seoul's Bus Redesign
Seoul simplified its routes and kept its key bus lanes clear of traffic to revitalize it's transit system.
Arlington, Massachusetts Reveals Possible Designs for BRT Pilot
The Boston suburb will choose between five different bus routes, all of which will run in bus-only lanes.
Chicago's South Side May Lose Number 31 Bus
Chicago's South Side got its 31st Street (number 31) bus back for some weekday service in 2016, but it's likely that service will be canceled again.
Bus System Redesign Wins Improved Ridership in Columbus
After a bus system redesign a year ago, Columbus is one of a few cities in the country where bus ridership is increasing.
New York MTA Committed to Improving Bus Bunching
The New York MTA is on a mission to mitigate bus bunching, the telltale sign of unreliable service.
Kingston, Canada: Transit Model
By increasing the amount of service and updating its scheduling and routes, the city of Kingston was able to induce demand for buses.
It's Time to Pick the 'Sorriest Bus Stop in America'
It's everyone's favorite time of year. Streetsblog USA is searching for the "Sorriest Bus Stop in America."
New York's Worst Bus Routes Named for 'Pokey' and 'Schleppie' Awards
There are solutions to slow, unreliable bus service. These local buses don't have any of those solutions going for them.
Cam Hardy, Crusader for Cincinnati Bus Riders
Cincinnati's bus riders are overwhelmingly black and poor, and looming deficits threaten to make service even worse.
Advice for New York's Bus System Overhaul
It's time for a fresh start, says a bus system redesign expert.
5 Ideas for Getting Cars Off the Road in Seattle
The Seattle Department of Transportation is searching for ways to remove 3,000 cars from the roads every day.
Bus Service Expanded in Athens, Georgia
The 7 and 5 routes have been updated, and the 7 will see service hours extended.
Transit Board Votes Against Bus Fares
A 3-2 vote determined that Whidbey Island, north of Seattle, will continue to offer rides for free.
Friday Fun: Bus Simulator 18 Keeps it Real
A new video game puts you behind the wheel of a busy city bus with places to go, people to serve, and headways to keep.
Bus System Redesign Revealed in Philadelphia
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority is tackling a redesign of the bus system serving the city of Philadelphia.
Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools
This six-course series explores essential urban design concepts using open source software and equips planners with the tools they need to participate fully in the urban design process.
Planning for Universal Design
Learn the tools for implementing Universal Design in planning regulations.
Caltrans
Smith Gee Studio
Institute for Housing and Urban Development Studies (IHS)
City of Grandview
Harvard GSD Executive Education
Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commissions
Salt Lake City
NYU Wagner Graduate School of Public Service
