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Scheduling Explained·August 27, 2026·5 min read

Headways: Why “Every 30 Minutes” Is More Complicated Than It Sounds

A route that operates every 30 minutes may sound simple, but maintaining that frequency depends on running time, recovery, available buses, connections, and the overall cycle time of the route.

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