Transit Status Sign
General Description:
Transit Status Signs, also known as “Next Bus” signs, are an LED display installed at transit terminal that provides status information on transit arrival. Low power areas may require Solar Power for the sign.
Effects of Solution:
¨ Increase Passenger Throughput
¨ Increase Roadway Capacity
ţ Manage System Efficiency (Informs visitors of routes and times of transit)
¨ Reduce Local Demand
Transit Status Signs help manage efficiency by informing passengers of arrival and departure times for transit.
Examples of Implementation:
See Additional Resources section for more information.
Cost/Financial Information:
Source: United States Department of Transportation Intelligent Transportation Systems ITS Benefits, Costs and Lessons Learned Databases. Available at http://www.benefitcost.its.dot.gov (Cost/financial information is estimated, and will vary based on size and scope of project, number of units, etc.)
Capital Cost
Transit Status Information Sign $4-8K
Cost depends on quality, size, and controller capabilities.
Additional Resources:
EDAPTS Smart Transit System (California Department of Transportation) web page:
http://www.dot.ca.gov/research/operations/edapts/edapts.htm
Next Bus, Incorporated (manufacturer) http://www.nextbus.com
Notice
The U.S. Government does not endorse products or manufacturers. Trademarks or manufacturers' names appear in this report only because they are considered essential to the objective of the document.