Passenger Bus, Rail and Motorcoach Industry News

Was launched in 2011 to provide estimated train arrival times for all 145 rail stations across CTA’s eight lines. Estimated times are generated through a combination of scheduling information and data generated by software that monitors the signal system to indicate when a portion of track is occupied by a train.

Release in preparation for upcoming project that will completely rebuild the tracks and improve stations over a 10-mile stretch.

When using the QuickPlanner website or mobile site, the trip plan will show an icon with three heads, two heads or one head — indicating “heavy crowding expected,” “moderate crowding expected” or “light crowding expected.”

First launched in fall 2012 as a pilot program serving Trenton-area bus customers, the system uses “smart bus” technology to provide customers with access to real-time bus arrival estimates to a specific bus stop within a 30-minute window.

In addition to a new design, the site features up to date information on current and future lines, construction impacts and an interactive event calendar.

The apps include quick links to Metro-North and Amtrak rails services, including schedules and fare information, bus schedules and routes, public transportation information and much more.

The introduction for train schedules and status information is just the latest in a long series of improvements in how the railroad communicates with its customers.

The New York City Subway is the only large subway or metro system in the world to maintain service to all its stations around the clock.

The popular digital system currently allows Staten Island customers to track the real-time location of their buses via the Internet, smart phone or text message.

Through the program, anyone searching Google Maps site for directions in Greater Louisville can plan a trip on TARC. By choosing the public transit option and entering desired travel times and locations, passengers are provided step-by-step directions on TARC for their specific trips.