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The first phase of Calgary Transit's BRT
service began operation on August 30, 2004. Route 301 - BRT
North / West now provides direct, limited stop downtown bus
service for north and west Calgary communities. The service
operates from Monday to Friday, from approximately 6 a.m.
until 6 p.m., with a frequency of 10 minutes during the
peak periods and 30 minutes during the off peak.
See map
BRT operates in addition to existing feeder and express bus
services and provides a faster bus service choice for residents
living in the west and north central areas of Calgary.
Frequently Asked Question
What is BRT?
BRT is a distinctive, frequent, and limited stop bus service,
similar to LRT, (the CTrain). BRT is being introduced in advance
of future LRT lines. BRT will operate on regular roads with
transit priority at traffic signals and other enhanced service
features such as improved passenger waiting areas and larger
shelters at some stops. Eventually, Calgary Transit will operate
larger capacity, articulated buses on BRT routes.
What Bus Stop Improvements Are Being Made?
New, larger shelters, benches and other bus stop improvements
have been added to key BRT stops. This year, new red BRT shelters
will be installed to replace older shelters along the BRT route.
What will happen to express bus service?
BRT is an additional service. For now, there are no plans to
replace existing express bus services.
Will feeder service connect to the BRT?
Eventually, feeder bus services will be revised to provide
direct service to BRT stops. Until BRT service is expanded to
operate during all hours (including evenings and weekends) and BRT
is more frequent, existing feeder bus routes will not change.
What is the fare for BRT?
Regular Calgary Transit fares apply. There is no premium.
What is Traffic Signal Priority?
Do BRT buses get priority at traffic signals?
BRT buses and some other buses operating along the BRT routes
now receive priority at traffic signals. BRT buses can request an
extended green or shorter red traffic signal.
Are More BRT Routes Planned?
Calgary Transit plans to gradually improve service on Route
301. As well, during the next few years, BRT service will be
expanded to serve other corridors in the Southwest and North
Central areas. As well, a BRT service will be developed in the
Southeast. In the longer term, BRT service in these areas will
ultimately be replaced by future LRT lines. See Strategic
Development of Calgary's CTrain System.
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