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Integration between different LPT modes and between bus services can be described as sporadic
across the region. In the central areas, where existing rail services are provided, bus to rail
integration and the connectivity it provides is achieved with relative success but this is much less
evident elsewhere. Whilst significant improvements in seamless interchange have been achieved
through recent ticketing initiatives, the promotion of integration between modes remains generally
poor. This will remain so whilst bus operators fail to publish timetables and route information in
sufficient detail for passengers to plan their travel in confidence.
Thus a general conclusion can be reached that there are significant gaps in the levels of bus
services currently provided. These need to be addressed through the development of localised bus
service networks that would also act as a feeder bus service network to meet the growing demands
of the region and the emerging enhanced rail network including the MRT system.
The following three diagrams present an analysis of gaps in the provision of LPT and where feeder
bus networks can be developed to support the rail based level of the integrated LPT hierarchy.
Figure 2.4 shows the analysis undertaken as part of the NKRA to reveal „White Spaces‟ areas
beyond a reasonable walking distance of a bus service. The NKRA review assessed the census tracts
in the region and identified the level of accessibility to bus services (defined as population living
within 400 metres of a bus service). The NKRA analysis indentified that 61% of the population had
good access to bus services, but this left 39% of the population living over 400 metres from a bus
service. Figure 2.5 indicates „white spaces‟ showing service levels, and gaps, in their existing
provision. The darker blue areas indicate those census tracts with higher levels of service while the
lighter areas indicate those areas with less accessibility to bus services.
Figure 2.4: Population with Access to a Bus Service (Source: NKRA, Pemandu 2009)
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