What is Sprint
Sprint is a key element of delivering an integrated, environmentally friendly transport network for the West Midlands.
It has been designed to support our region's economic growth and expanding population, and will actively combat congestion by offering reliable, connected, and sustainable public transport.
There are three elements to the Sprint project: the corridor, the shelters and the vehicle.
The Sprint Corridor
Bus priority corridors are essentially an extended stretch of road, designed to put bus passengers first. They include a number of measures brought together to facilitate bus travel. In the case of Sprint, these are extended bus lanes and priority signalling.
This means quicker journey times and greater reliability for all buses – without vehicles going faster.
Find out more about the construction of the corridor.
The Sprint Shelters
Over 95 enhanced bus shelters designed specifically to improve both the comfort and safety of bus users will also be introduced along the corridor – granting easy access to vehicles, reducing bus stopping times and allowing for more reliable onward travel.
Find out more about the Sprint bus shelters.
The Sprint Vehicle
Services launched in 2022 with a fleet of zero-emission double-decker Platinum buses. This includes 20 environmentally friendly hydrogen-fuelled buses funded by Birmingham City Council.
We are working with National Express to confirm plans to introduce high-quality zero-emission, low-floor tram-style vehicles. Articulated vehicles offer a similar customer experience to a tram, with enhanced passenger comfort through airy interiors and additional legroom, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, audio-visual announcements and next-stop information. They also include better accessibility and more space for wheelchairs and buggies.