Bus Rapid Transit has emerged as one of the most effective tools available to cities seeking to improve mobility, reduce congestion, and strengthen the connective tissue of their communities. We partner with municipalities, transit agencies, and regional authorities to plan, design, and deliver BRT systems that integrate thoughtfully into the urban environment
Connecting people, creating opportunities
Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) is the fastest growing mode of public transportation. BRT offers a distinct combination of reliability and flexibility that makes it an effective solution to meet transit demands in a wide range of urban and suburban settings. As a lower cost option to rail transit, many BRT lines throughout North America have exceeded expectations to increase ridership, enhance the transit experience, and drive economic development.
We approach every planning study as a unique assignment, understanding its context within the local environment. Our planning professionals have performed more than 60 BRT studies, and aided in design and implementation of BRT in more than 45 cities across North America. Working closely with operators, governing agencies and the public, we identify the existing problems, and then define and build the best solutions to meet the needs of your town, city or region.
Solutions designed to connect
Detailed design phase services
- Civil and municipal infrastructure
- Structures design (stops, stations, bridges, tunnels)
- Landscape architecture
- Maintenance facility and depot
- Traffic operations
- Intelligent transportation systems
- Traffic operations
- Information and communication technologies (ITC)
Advisory services
- Program management
- Technical advisory (engineering, environmental and consultation)
- Pedestrian modelling
- Transport modelling
- Feasibility studies
- Supply chain management and procurement
- Cost estimation
- Sustainable solution development
Inclusive transit solutions for a more connected tomorrow
Bus rapid transit is a powerful tool for building more equitable communities—connecting people to jobs, education, healthcare, and opportunity. Its affordability and accessibility make it especially impactful for historically underserved neighborhoods that have long faced barriers to reliable transportation. By investing in BRT with an equity-first mindset, we help level the playing field and expand access to essential services. With AECOM’s deep expertise in electrification and sustainable design, we are not only improving transit systems—we’re helping create healthier, more inclusive communities and a more just future for all.
