rapid transit

noun

1. a system of public transportation in a metropolitan area, usually a subway or elevated train system.

Other Words From

• rapid-transit adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of rapid transit¹

An Americanism dating back to 1870–75

Example Sentences

For years, Denver had been trying to build bus rapid transit, which runs more like a light rail than traditional bus service, with faster travel times and more frequent service.

From Seattle Times

Many people in Jakarta think highly of him for implementing a mass rapid transit system and managing the coronavirus pandemic.

From New York Times

An aerial rapid transit project from Union Station to Dodger Stadium sounds like a happy answer to Los Angeles’ traffic woes and game day gridlock.

From Los Angeles Times

Industry group Rio Onibus said 20 of the vehicles were city buses, five were part of the city's rapid transit fleet and the remainder were chartered or tourism buses.

From Reuters

Banga also said he wanted to focus the bank on "scalable, replicable" projects in numerous countries, such as Lima's bus rapid transit system and government-run legal aid centers for women throughout Peru.

From Reuters