Super Loop
Encyclopedia
The SuperLoop is a Bus Rapid Transit
system in San Diego, California
, USA, in the University City
area.
The First Phase Of Station construction began in late 2007. Super Loop began operations in an interim phase in mid 2009. At the launch of Super Loop service vehicles ran approximately every 10 minutes during the peak periods, and every 15 minutes during non-peak periods. Adjustments were made after periodic review to better serve demand.
The system will features a number of amenities associated with Bus Rapid Transit
, such as signal prioritization, electronic signs in shelters indicating time until the arrival of the next bus, and recognizable branding. It will, however, feature only a small quantity of dedicated lanes.
Traffic pattern studies show that 60% of vehicles traveling in University City make internal trips. The Super Loop is expected to reduce the number of vehicles on the road by absorbing the traffic created by internal travelers.
Service of Super Loop is provided by San Diego Transit
.
Bus rapid transit
Bus rapid transit is a term applied to a variety of public transportation systems using buses to provide faster, more efficient service than an ordinary bus line. Often this is achieved by making improvements to existing infrastructure, vehicles and scheduling...
system in San Diego, California
California
California is a state located on the West Coast of the United States. It is by far the most populous U.S. state, and the third-largest by land area...
, USA, in the University City
University City, San Diego, California
University City is a community in San Diego, California, located in the northwestern portion of the city next to the University of California, San Diego...
area.
The First Phase Of Station construction began in late 2007. Super Loop began operations in an interim phase in mid 2009. At the launch of Super Loop service vehicles ran approximately every 10 minutes during the peak periods, and every 15 minutes during non-peak periods. Adjustments were made after periodic review to better serve demand.
The system will features a number of amenities associated with Bus Rapid Transit
Bus rapid transit
Bus rapid transit is a term applied to a variety of public transportation systems using buses to provide faster, more efficient service than an ordinary bus line. Often this is achieved by making improvements to existing infrastructure, vehicles and scheduling...
, such as signal prioritization, electronic signs in shelters indicating time until the arrival of the next bus, and recognizable branding. It will, however, feature only a small quantity of dedicated lanes.
Traffic pattern studies show that 60% of vehicles traveling in University City make internal trips. The Super Loop is expected to reduce the number of vehicles on the road by absorbing the traffic created by internal travelers.
Service of Super Loop is provided by San Diego Transit
San Diego Transit
San Diego Transit is a public bus service operated by the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System for the San Diego area.MTS is one of the oldest transit systems in Southern California Dating Back as early as the 1880s, although the d/b/a names have changed over the years the two modes of...
.
Fares
SuperLoop follows the same fare policy as all other non-express MTS bus routes.| Amount | Type |
|---|---|
| $5.00 | Day Pass (For Trips Involving multiple routes or multiple rides) |
| $2.25 | One Way Regular Fare (Ages 6+) |
| $1.10 | One Way Senior/Disabled/Medicare Fare (For Passengers Ages 60+, Or Those Passengers Providing An OfficeMax MTS Fare Discount ID) |
| FREE | Children (Ages 5 and under, or 12 and under With a paid adult on the weekends) |
Monday Through Friday
| Time Window | Frequency |
|---|---|
| 5 a.m. to 6 a.m. | Every 15 minutes |
| 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. | Every 10 minutes |
| 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Every 15 minutes |
| 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. | Every 10 minutes |
| 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. | Every 15 minutes |
Weekends And Holidays
| Time Window | Frequency |
|---|---|
| 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. | Every 15 minutes |