Is the San Pedro construction of dedicated VIA bus lanes worth it?

Is the San Pedro construction of dedicated VIA bus lanes worth it? by Bob Gambert Mon, November 9, 2026 at 10:40 AM 7 VIEW ALL PHOTOS VIA’s project to directly connect the airport to downtown is causing big traffic headaches. Are dedicated bus lines worth the road construction? Comment on this story 2 Comment Share story Share topics: VIA Rapid Green Line Bus lanes San Pedro Avenue Traffic signal priority Public transit San Antonio Construction Whether you're heading to the airport, downtown, or the missions, the Rapid Green Line could eventually make the trip smoother. We talked to VIA officials to see where the project stands and what riders can expect once construction is complete. The Rapid Green Line is set to become VIA's fastest bus service, connecting key destinations throughout San Antonio while providing a more reliable alternative to driving. Construction is currently underway along San Pedro Avenue, where crews are building improvements designed to keep buses moving efficiently through some of the city's busiest corridors. Once completed, buses will travel in dedicated lanes, reducing delays caused by traffic. Service is expected to run every 10 minutes during peak periods, and traffic signal priority technology will help buses move through intersections more quickly. Riders will also be able to pay their fare before boarding, cutting down on time spent at stops and helping the system stay on schedule. VIA officials say these upgrades are intended to make public transportation faster, more convenient, and more accessible for residents and visitors alike. The project is expected to provide a smoother ride across downtown while improving connections to some of San Antonio's most popular destinations. As construction continues, officials encourage residents to stay informed about traffic impacts and project updates as the city moves closer to launching the new service. Trending Family of five killed after SUV leaves wet IH-10 overpass in Seguin, parents identified Rain-slicked IH-10 in Seguin turned deadly when a Chevrolet Tahoe left an overpass near FM 725, killing a Porter family of five, including three children. FM 725 was shut for hours as police investigate. Two adults, three children killed after vehicle goes off bridge near I-10 in Seguin A single-vehicle crash near FM 725 and Interstate 10 prompted road closures in Seguin on Sunday afternoon, according to the Seguin Police Department.In a traffic alert posted to Facebook, police said at 1:30 p.m. on Fried Chicken Sandwich Day: Where to find the best deals National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day brings free and discounted sandwiches to San Antonio, with app and rewards deals from Popeyes, Wingstop, McDonald’s, Whataburger, KFC and more as chicken sandwich demand keeps rising. Highway 281 Southbound re-opened after 18-wheeler crash Highway 281 Southbound re-opened after 18-wheeler crash Gov.-elect Hinojosa wants to expand Medicaid in Texas, will need more than executive order **The headline has been edited due to character limits NEWS IN PHOTOS: " Local " 12 NEW Family sues Camp Mystic owners as wrongful-death pause lifts amid bankruptcy 13 NEW Trial date 'tentatively set' for man accused of murdering actor Jonathan Joss 4 NEW Deep dive into Mayor Jones's legislative priority amendment 4 Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones speaks on midterm election results, cost of living, ICE facility