Bus Rapid Transit implementation in Beijing: an evaluation of performance and impacts

Tao-Tao Deng; John D. Nelson

doi:10.1016/j.retrec.2012.06.002

Bus Rapid Transit implementation in Beijing: an evaluation of performance and impacts

Tao-Tao Deng, John D. Nelson

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Abstract

Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) systems are undergoing rapid development in many countries due to the unique characteristics of this form of mass transit. In China, BRT schemes are being adopted as a key strategy for relieving traffic problems. As a case-study, this paper examines the performance and impacts of BRT in Beijing, the first full-featured BRT system in China. It considers in turn the role of ITS technology in influencing the operational efficiency, technical performance and cost issues associated with BRT. Particular attention is given to the consequent impacts of BRT on travel behaviour change, traffic environment and property development. While some challenges remain, the early performance of BRT suggests that it is one of the key measures for promoting sustainable mobility.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	108-113
Number of pages	6
Journal	Research in Transportation Economics
Volume	39
Issue number	1
Early online date	22 Jun 2012
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.retrec.2012.06.002
Publication status	Published - Mar 2013

Keywords

bus rapid transit (BRT)
evaluation
performance
impacts

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