Pittsburgh Regional Transit Secures $9 Million for Squirrel Hill Bus Lane Expansion
Pittsburgh Regional Transit has received $9 million to fund the expansion of bus lanes in Squirrel Hill.
Pittsburgh, PA, July 29, 2026 —
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) has been awarded $9 million in funding designated for the expansion of bus lanes within the Squirrel Hill neighborhood. The new funding is intended to support infrastructure improvements aimed at enhancing public transportation efficiency in the area.
The specific details regarding the timeline for the project, the exact routes that will be affected, and the scope of the expansion were not immediately available. PRT has not yet released further information on the project’s commencement date or the projected completion of the bus lane enhancements.
This investment in bus lane infrastructure is part of broader efforts to improve transit services. Expanded bus lanes are generally designed to allow buses to bypass traffic congestion, leading to more reliable schedules and reduced travel times for riders. The project in Squirrel Hill is expected to contribute to these goals within the Pittsburgh region.
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