Bus Network Redesign | Projects | MBTA

Implementation will involve several considerations:

Operator Hiring

Bus Network Redesign will provide 25% more bus service and we need more bus operators to make that a reality. The MBTA must address the bus operator shortage and hire hundreds of new operators within the next five years.

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Modernizing Roadways and MBTA Facilities

With more buses going more places in the new network, the MBTA will have to modernize busways and partner with roadway owners to construct bus priority infrastructure, like bus lanes and signals. These physical improvements will take time and will impact the phasing plan.

Modernizing our Fleet

Ongoing work to modernize and electrify the bus fleet and associated facilities will lower emissions and increase reliability in our network.

Communications

The Bus Network Redesign will require an extensive communications strategy, using multiple methods to share information. We want to make sure that all riders and staff can understand the new network before it is implemented.