METHODOLOGY FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF A BRT (BUS RAPID TRANSIT) IN INTERMEDIATE CITIES

Abstract

The objective of the following investigation is to design a methodology for the implementation of BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) to improve the collective public transport service in intermediate cities. According to expert criteria, the development of cities is closely related to public transport systems because they facilitate the movement of people to their work centers, studies, tourism, shopping among other activities. For this research, were reviewed scientific articles that support the process that must be carried out for the correct implementation of the BRT in intermediate cities. As its implementation improves the mobility of people, a methodological proposal is established through criteria to evaluate the public transport service through indicators such as land use, road network and estimation of the number of passengers. A table is created to evaluate where there are implementation ranges from "not recommended" to "recommended", where if the percentage is >100% another transport system will have to be evaluated. The results of the study show that the evaluation indicators are met to recommend implementing a BRT in the city of Machala.