PublicCommenter t1_j5sb6n6 wrote on January 25, 2023 at 5:14 AM

Reply to comment by ktxhopem3276 in A T line from Pittsburgh International Airport to the Allegheny County Airport by MWBartko

Counterpoint: Rail operations actually cost more money because you need to maintain the infrastructure 24/7. Check PRT's budget. Cost per passenger served is significantly higher for rail compared to bus.

ktxhopem3276 t1_j5sf1t0 wrote on January 25, 2023 at 5:53 AM

Sure. I was making the point that buses are cheaper overall even if you need more drivers to operate them. Whether you consider maintenance a capital cost or operating cost is besides the point