Key Transit Hub Report Released

Which transit hubs allow a transit rider to transfer and travel regionally?  How walkable is the area around the hub? How far can a rider travel on transit from their local area without transferring to another bus?  These questions and others are answered for a set of Oregon transit stops in the recently released report created by the Oregon Department of Transportation Public Transportation Division (PTD). The report explores a special element in the statewide public transportation network - Key Transit Hubs.  These are defined as transit stops that are served by three or more fixed route transit services.  These hubs provide vital connectivity and transfer opportunities, serving as critical gateways to regional and intrastate travel.

The Key Transit Hub Report examines 40 transit hubs that were present in 2019 to understand where they are located, how they operate as critical nodes in the transit network, and the types of transit services and amenities they offer passengers.  The report uses GTFS (General Transit Feed Specification) data to study the routes and stops of local and regional transit services. Data on each hub was also collected with in-person field visits.

The report provides information and analysis on route miles, service areas, service scheduling, land use, walkability, and passenger amenities, and includes extensive photos.

This report highlights the importance of Key Transit Hubs in the statewide transportation network.  PTD hopes the information will lead to improved connections, infrastructure, and services, and promote creation or consolidation of Key Transit Hubs through improved alignment of routes and services.

For more information, please contact Chris Erickson at chrisjerickson682@gmail.com, Sarah Hackett at Sarah.I.Hackett@odot.state.or.us or Matthew Barnes at Matthew.M.Barnes@odot.state.or.us.