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LA already has some BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) lines like you describe: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Los_Angeles_Metro_Busway https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Los_An
by mturmon 10y ago
LA already has some BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) lines like you describe: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Los_Angeles_Metro_Busway https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Los_Angeles_Metro_Busway
These systems operate mostly in dedicated right-of-way. There are more planned. I think they have been quite successful, for the reasons you describe.
- bestnameever 10y agoThey are not ideal though. Travel times can be close to double using the orange line. It's something I imagine people using only they're not in a hurry or can't drive for whatever reason.