An inquiry into Amman bus rapid transit elements
Rana Ibrahim ABID
Abstract. Bus rapid transit (BRT), labeled by modernized vehicles, dedicated bus ways, and utilization of intelligent transportation systems (ITS) technologies, is widely considered a cost-effective solution to provide affordable and effective transport service. This paper examines the infrastructure and operational elements of Amman BRT system using on-site investigations and open-source data. The research findings reveal that the public transportation sector in Amman has not experienced significant progress, with the Amman Bus and BRT corridor being the only notable advancements. The Amman BRT corridor consists of two physically separate routes with three main terminals: limited station design, minimal ITS capabilities, and an onboard fare collection system. Unfortunately, the absence of activated ITS at stations, Bus Priority at Traffic Signals, and off-board fare collection systems hinders the efficiency of Amman BRT. Limited integration with the transportation network reduces its potential and appeal to passengers. To improve the situation, it is necessary to enhance stations, activate ITS technologies, apply ride-station-based or trip-length-based fares, and integrate Amman BRT with the transportation network, especially the bus network. Additionally, more promotional efforts are required to inform the public of a project’s current status and future initiatives.
Keywords
Amman, Bus Rapid Transit, Infrastructure and Operational Elements, ITS, Public Transportation
Published online 2/25/2025, 13 pages
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Citation: Rana Ibrahim ABID, An inquiry into Amman bus rapid transit elements, Materials Research Proceedings, Vol. 48, pp 910-922, 2025
DOI: https://doi.org/10.21741/9781644903414-99
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