Remuera Road bus lanes proposal

Background | Benefits of the proposal | Proposed route | Detailed plans | What happens next?

Benefits of the proposal

Up to 24 buses travel along this route during each peak period, carrying around 1000 passengers each morning and evening.

The proposed bus lanes would ensure a faster journey time for passengers, including:

• a predicted 10 per cent travel time saving during the morning peak
• a predicted 5 per cent travel time saving during the afternoon peak.

By separating buses from other vehicles, the proposed bus lanes would provide a more consistent journey time for passengers. This allows bus operators to provide a reliable service regardless of the number of other vehicles on the road.

Improving the reliability of bus services in the area would make public transport a more attractive transport choice and reduce the number of vehicles on the road. This can help future-proof the area for any growth in travel along this route.

The proposal also includes cycle advance boxes at key intersections. These allow cyclists to wait ahead of traffic, making them more visible to motorists and increasing safety at intersections.