Public Transport Route Planning & Optimization Checklist
Ensure efficient and reliable public transit! This checklist helps optimize routes, reduce delays, and improve passenger satisfaction. From analyzing ridership data to evaluating traffic patterns, streamline your route planning process and deliver a superior public transport experience.
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Data Collection & Analysis
Review and validation of ridership data, demographic information, and traffic patterns.
Total Passengers (Last Month)
Average Daily Ridership
Summary of Recent Passenger Surveys
Date of Last Ridership Data Extraction
Data Source Reliability Rating (1-5)
Ridership Data File
Notes on Data Anomalies or Issues
Route Definition & Alignment
Assessment of route alignment in relation to community needs, key destinations, and existing infrastructure.
Justification for Route Alignment Changes
Distance of Proposed Route (km)
Alignment Type (e.g., Urban, Suburban, Rural)
Critical Intersection Locations (for review)
Potential Alignment Constraints (e.g., Railway Tracks, Waterways)
Date of Aerial Imagery / Mapping Data Used
Service Frequency & Timing
Evaluation of service frequency and timing to optimize passenger convenience and efficiency.
Peak Hour Frequency (buses/hour)
Off-Peak Frequency (buses/hour)
First Departure Time
Last Departure Time
Weekend Service Variation
Headway Consistency (minutes)
Date of Last Schedule Adjustment
Stop Placement & Accessibility
Assessment of bus stop locations for accessibility, safety, and proximity to key destinations.
GPS Coordinates of Bus Stop
Distance to Nearest Intersection (meters)
Surface Type (Pavement)
Lighting Adequacy
Accessibility Features Present
Gradient (% slope)
Detailed Accessibility Notes
Mode Integration & Transfers
Examination of integration with other transport modes and seamless transfer options.
Integration with Rail Network?
Estimated Transfer Time (minutes)
Modes Integrated With (Select all that apply)
Transfer Point Location (Map Pin)
Description of Transfer Procedure
Environmental Impact Assessment
Evaluation of environmental considerations, including emissions and noise pollution.
Estimated Reduction in Vehicle Kilometers
Estimated Reduction in CO2 Emissions (tonnes/year)
Estimated Reduction in NOx Emissions (kg/year)
Noise Level Reduction (dB)
Type of Fuel Used by Vehicles (Pre-Optimization)
Type of Fuel Used by Vehicles (Post-Optimization)
Description of Mitigation Measures Implemented
Cost-Benefit Analysis
Review of financial implications and benefits associated with route changes or new routes.
Estimated Initial Route Implementation Cost
Projected Annual Operating Cost Increase/Decrease
Estimated Number of New Passengers Per Year
Average Fare per Passenger (Projected)
Projected Revenue Increase Per Year
Estimated Reduction in Congestion Costs (if applicable)
Assumptions Underlying Cost and Benefit Estimates
Overall Benefit-Cost Ratio (BCR)
Stakeholder Consultation
Documentation of consultations with community members, local businesses, and relevant authorities.
Summary of Community Meetings
Stakeholder Groups Consulted
Date of Consultation
Name of Key Contact Person
Summary of Feedback Received
Overall Stakeholder Sentiment (Positive, Neutral, Negative)
Supporting Documentation (Minutes, Survey Results)
Route Simulation & Modeling
Verification of route performance using simulation software, accounting for traffic and passenger demand.
Simulation Run Duration (Minutes)
Average Passenger Load Factor (%)
Average Trip Time (Seconds)
Simulation Software Used
Simulation Input File (e.g., .in)
Summary of Simulation Results
Traffic Scenario Modeled
Implementation & Monitoring
Process for rolling out changes and ongoing tracking of route effectiveness and passenger feedback.
Route Change Implementation Date
Initial Route Observation Start Time
Initial Ridership Count (Week 1)
Average On-Time Performance (%)
Initial Public Feedback - Overall Sentiment
Summary of Initial Public Feedback & Concerns
Upload Route Performance Data Spreadsheet
Date of First Review Meeting
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