Evaluation of Bus All-Door Boarding: Analysis of Dwell Time Performance

Project Description

Metro is currently engaged in various efforts to improve bus speeds to increase transit’s attractiveness and boost ridership . All Door Boarding is one program Metro is considering to reduce bus stop dwell times by allowing passengers with a valid TAP card, or other fare media, to board the bus through any available door, rather than the traditional system of boarding through the front of the bus and alighting through the rear doors. My project will provide a comprehensive review of All Door Boarding and will provide recommendations on how to cost effectively and equitably expand the program to other lines within Metro’s bus network. The research will analyze various factors, including the COVID-19 pandemic and Metro’s Free Fare Initiative, and will make the business case for future All Door Boarding expansions.