Project Overview

GRTC has launched a study with the support of PlanRVA to examine a possible extension of the Pulse Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line west, beyond its current terminus at Willow Lawn.

As Henrico County continues to experience growth along the Broad Street corridor, there is an increasing interest in expanding the Pulse BRT from its current western terminus.

What transit exists now? Check out the regional transit map to view the existing public transportation network in the Richmond region.

Frequently Asked Questions

Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) is a high quality, high capacity transit system that delivers frequent service through improvements such as dedicated lanes, specialized stations, and platform-level boarding.

Where BRT is built partially determines a route's design and features. For example, only the most congested areas call for dedicated transit-only lanes. However, things like platform-level boarding and off-board fare collection are more key to BRT.

A MetroQuest survey was developed to better understand the community’s priorities, travel behaviors, and barriers to travel. The survey, branded as “West Broad Street BRT Corridor Analysis,” ran from November 15 to December 16, 2022 and received 1,378 responses. A demo-version of the survey can be viewed here.

Promotion of this survey began with sharing information with study partners and stakeholders and the development of a Partner Toolkit. Survey flyers were also posted at Pulse Stations and several Broad Street bus stops for Routes 19, 50, and 76.

Two times were set aside on December 14, 2022 (8:00-10:30am and 4:00-6:30pm) for PlanRVA and GRTC staff to be present at and around the Willow Lawn Pulse Station to interact with transit riders and make them aware of the MetroQuest survey. Small flyers were designed with QR codes to serve as handouts.

  1. Extend the current Pulse BRT to Parham Road
  2. Explore an extension to Short Pump as future phase
  3. Re-examine alignment of Routes 18 & 19 to better compliment an extended Pulse
  4. Further assess existing land use to realize options for park & ride to serve the Pulse

The original project page for the West Broad BRT Corridor Analysis can be viewed here.