26-1346 Runcorn Busway

Title: Runcorn Busway

(Pages : 20)

This book is about the Runcorn Busway, a unique public transport system located in Runcorn, England. The Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system opened in 1971, and is considered the first of its kind in the world.

The Runcorn Busway is a 22-kilometer network designed exclusively for buses, with no car or pedestrian traffic. It connects the city's various districts, shopping areas, schools and stations, making it easier for residents to get around.

The system was incorporated into the design of Runcorn New Town in the 1960s. The aim was for the majority of residents to be able to reach a bus stop in less than five minutes on foot. The network was built in the form of a loop, giving priority to buses at intersections for fast, efficient journeys.

This book explains the history, design and operation of the Runcorn Busway, and its importance in the history of urban transport. It shows how this innovative system has influenced the development of modern public transport and city planning.