Some cities have started implementing Bus Rapid Transit [0] for these longer journeys, which are buses with fewer stops and a requirement that you buy the ticke

Some cities have started implementing Bus Rapid Transit [0] for these longer journeys, which are buses with fewer stops and a requirement that you buy the ticket before you board (or use contactless payment). This gets you lots of the travel-time advantages of rail without having to build out the infrastructure. These can interchange with slower, stopping buses to provide a comprehensive transit network. [0]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bus_rapid_transit https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bus_rapid_transit