As the regional transport authority, we are improving transport including buses, trains, walking and cycling.
To meet our ambitious 2030 net zero target we need better public transport. We are working to improve bus services, so that we have a greener, better connected transport network for our residents.
We’re funding a new entrance at Bristol Temple Meads, a key regional transport hub, making it easier for passengers to get around the city and improving connectivity in the West of England region.
We recognise that encouraging more walking and cycling will help us build a healthier and greener West of England, and are investing in improvements to walking and cycling infrastructure.
Working with local councils to improve transport across our region.
We’ve committed £4 million to trial new ways of moving around the region.
We’re giving people travel and transport information at their fingertips.
Enabling a better understanding of movements throughout the region.
Setting out the transport projects (2021-2026) planned for the West of England region.
A detailed plan that identifies that over £400m of investment is needed to provide high quality infrastructure for walking and cycling across the region.
Connecting people and places for a vibrant, inclusive and carbon neutral West of England.
We have submitted our proposals for a transport settlement from Government to help us achieve our net zero carbon targets and transform the way people travel across the region.
The Bus Service Improvement Plan proposes an enhanced partnership with bus operators to improve the quality and coverage of the region’s bus network.
We have plans to transform travel by rail over the next 10 years, including new rail routes, step-free access at stations and more frequent ‘turn up and go’ services.
The bus strategy considers options to improve the bus network and set out how further growth in bus usage can be encouraged, including proposals to create better, faster, more reliable and more accessible services across the region.
Our plan outlines how we'll deliver new electric vehicle charging infrastructure across the West of England.
Following the reallocation of HS2 funding, the West of England Combined Authority was awarded additional funds to be spent on maintenance work. This funding was then allocated to the three local highway authorities within the region.