Extension of Full-Day Bus Lane Scheme at Two Locations

Currently, these two stretches of normal bus lanes operate only during peak hours on weekdays. The full-day bus lane scheme operates from 7.30am to 8pm on all weekdays and Saturdays, except public holidays.

The extension of the full-day bus lane scheme to these two stretches is in line with the Land Transport Master Plan to expand such bus lanes to allow buses to move more quickly, thus helping to make public transport a choice mode.

Surveys have shown that the two most important aspects of the bus journey for commuters are waiting time and traveling time. As buses are more efficient carriers of commuters, with a higher number of passengers per unit road space as compared to other vehicles such as cars, it is necessary to give priority to buses so that more commuters reach their destinations on time.

Prior to the implementation of full-day bus lanes along these two stretches of roads, LTA engaged and informed relevant parties affected by the changes, such as businesses, shop house residents, as well as grassroots organisations, to take in feedback and suggestions.

With the two new stretches, the total length of full day bus lanes will total 22 km.

Credits: Jarvis