Logistical difficulty choices
Here's a breakdown of the seven paths from the specified locations to the Frontrunner train at Woods Cross Station, based on the provided data:
Path Details
- North Canyon Park (Bountiful)
- Bus Route: 455
- Nearest Bus Stop: Bountiful Blvd @ 3900 S
- Bus Departure Time: 8:45 AM
- Arrival at Woods Cross Station: ~8:55 AM
- Bountiful City Park
- Bus Route: 470
- Nearest Bus Stop: 400 N @ 200 W
- Bus Departure Time: 8:50 AM
- Arrival at Woods Cross Station: ~9:00 AM
- Woods Cross High School
- Bus Route: 470
- Nearest Bus Stop: 500 S @ 800 W
- Bus Departure Time: 8:55 AM
- Arrival at Woods Cross Station: ~9:05 AM
- Eggett Park (Woods Cross)
- Bus Route: 455
- Nearest Bus Stop: 1500 S @ 800 W
- Bus Departure Time: 8:50 AM
- Arrival at Woods Cross Station: ~9:00 AM
- Mueller Park Junior High School (Bountiful)
- Bus Route: 455
- Nearest Bus Stop: 1800 S @ 850 E
- Bus Departure Time: 8:40 AM
- Arrival at Woods Cross Station: ~8:55 AM
- Bountiful Ridge Golf Course
- Bus Route: 455
- Nearest Bus Stop: Bountiful Blvd @ 2700 S
- Bus Departure Time: 8:45 AM
- Arrival at Woods Cross Station: ~8:55 AM
- South Davis Recreation Center (Bountiful)
- Bus Route: 470
- Nearest Bus Stop: 400 N @ 200 W
- Bus Departure Time: 8:50 AM
- Arrival at Woods Cross Station: ~9:00 AM
Here are the approximate 10-mile turnaround points for each TRAX line, starting from Salt Lake Central Station (where the Frontrunner connects) and returning to Library Square:
1. Red Line (to Daybreak)
Direction: Toward Daybreak Parkway (west/southwest).
Turnaround Point: Historic Sandy Station (about 10 miles from Salt Lake Central Station).
Route Summary:
Outbound: Salt Lake Central → Historic Sandy (via the Red Line).
Return: Historic Sandy → Central Pointe → Library Square.
2. Blue Line (to Draper)
Direction: Toward Draper Town Center (south).
Turnaround Point: Murray Central Station (about 10 miles from Salt Lake Central Station).
Route Summary:
Outbound: Salt Lake Central → Murray Central (via the Blue Line).
Return: Murray Central → Courthouse → Library Square.
3. Green Line (to Airport/West Valley) a) Airport Branch
Direction: Toward Salt Lake International Airport (west).
Turnaround Point: 1940 W. North Temple Station (about 10 miles from Salt Lake Central Station).
Route Summary:
Outbound: Salt Lake Central → 1940 W. North Temple (via the Green Line).
Return: 1940 W. North Temple → Courthouse → Library Square.
b) West Valley Branch
Direction: Toward West Valley Central (southwest).
Turnaround Point: Millcreek Station (about 10 miles from Salt Lake Central Station).
Route Summary:
Outbound: Salt Lake Central → Millcreek (via the Green Line).
Return: Millcreek → Courthouse → Library Square.
Notes:
Distances are approximate and calculated based on TRAX stop locations. Each "turnaround" occurs at a station near the 10-mile mark from Salt Lake Central. Return legs route through the central stations, ensuring connection to Library Square.
To determine the arrival times at Library Square Station for each TRAX line after a 10-mile outbound trip from Salt Lake Central Station, we need to consider the following:
Outbound Travel Time: The duration from Salt Lake Central Station to the 10-mile turnaround point.
Return Travel Time: The duration from the turnaround point back to Library Square Station.
Train Frequencies: The intervals at which trains depart from each station.
Given that TRAX trains typically operate every 15 minutes on weekdays and Saturdays, and every 30 minutes on Sundays Wikipedia , the total travel time can be estimated by summing the outbound and return travel times, plus any waiting time for transfers.
Estimated Travel Times:
Red Line:
Outbound to Historic Sandy Station: Approximately 40 minutes.
Return to Library Square Station: Approximately 35 minutes.
Total Estimated Time: 75 minutes.
Blue Line:
Outbound to Murray Central Station: Approximately 30 minutes.
Return to Library Square Station: Approximately 25 minutes.
Total Estimated Time: 55 minutes.
Green Line:
Outbound to 1940 W. North Temple Station: Approximately 20 minutes.
Return to Library Square Station: Approximately 15 minutes.
Total Estimated Time: 35 minutes.
Note: These times are approximate and can vary based on exact departure times, train schedules, and waiting times for transfers.
For precise scheduling and to plan your trip effectively, please refer to the Utah Transit Authority's official schedules or use their trip planning tools.
To synchronize the arrival times at Library Square Station, we can adjust the turnaround times for each TRAX line's 10-mile trip, ensuring that all trains return to Library Square at approximately the same time. We'll calculate the necessary adjustments to make this happen.
Baseline:
Assume a target arrival time at Library Square for all lines is 10:00 AM.
1. Red Line (Historic Sandy Station Turnaround)
- Outbound Travel Time: ~40 minutes.
- Return Travel Time: ~35 minutes.
- Total Travel Time: ~75 minutes.
Adjusted Turnaround:
To arrive by 10:00 AM:
- Start the return journey from Historic Sandy Station at 9:25 AM.
- Begin outbound travel from Salt Lake Central Station by 8:45 AM.
2. Blue Line (Murray Central Station Turnaround)
- Outbound Travel Time: ~30 minutes.
- Return Travel Time: ~25 minutes.
- Total Travel Time: ~55 minutes.
Adjusted Turnaround:
To arrive by 10:00 AM:
- Start the return journey from Murray Central Station at 9:35 AM.
- Begin outbound travel from Salt Lake Central Station by 9:05 AM.
3. Green Line (1940 W. North Temple Station Turnaround)
- Outbound Travel Time: ~20 minutes.
- Return Travel Time: ~15 minutes.
- Total Travel Time: ~35 minutes.
Adjusted Turnaround:
To arrive by 10:00 AM:
- Start the return journey from 1940 W. North Temple Station at 9:45 AM.
- Begin outbound travel from Salt Lake Central Station by 9:25 AM.
Synchronized Schedule Summary:
| Line | Outbound Departure (SLC) | Turnaround Point | Turnaround Time | Arrival at Library Square |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Line | 8:45 AM | Historic Sandy Station | 9:25 AM | 10:00 AM |
| Blue Line | 9:05 AM | Murray Central Station | 9:35 AM | 10:00 AM |
| Green Line | 9:25 AM | 1940 W. North Temple Station | 9:45 AM | 10:00 AM |
This schedule ensures all trains arrive at Library Square Station at approximately 10:00 AM. Let me know if you'd like further adjustments or clarifications!
To synchronize arrivals at Library Square Station by 10:30 AM, we’ll adjust the turnaround times for each TRAX line accordingly. Here's the updated schedule:
Adjusted Schedule for 10:30 AM Return:
1. Red Line (Historic Sandy Station Turnaround)
- Outbound Travel Time: ~40 minutes
- Return Travel Time: ~35 minutes
- Total Travel Time: ~75 minutes
Adjusted Turnaround:
To arrive by 10:30 AM:
- Start the return journey from Historic Sandy Station at 9:55 AM.
- Begin outbound travel from Salt Lake Central Station by 9:15 AM.
2. Blue Line (Murray Central Station Turnaround)
- Outbound Travel Time: ~30 minutes
- Return Travel Time: ~25 minutes
- Total Travel Time: ~55 minutes
Adjusted Turnaround:
To arrive by 10:30 AM:
- Start the return journey from Murray Central Station at 10:05 AM.
- Begin outbound travel from Salt Lake Central Station by 9:35 AM.
3. Green Line (1940 W. North Temple Station Turnaround)
- Outbound Travel Time: ~20 minutes
- Return Travel Time: ~15 minutes
- Total Travel Time: ~35 minutes
Adjusted Turnaround:
To arrive by 10:30 AM:
- Start the return journey from 1940 W. North Temple Station at 10:15 AM.
- Begin outbound travel from Salt Lake Central Station by 9:55 AM.
Synchronized Schedule Summary:
| Line | Outbound Departure (SLC) | Turnaround Point | Turnaround Time | Arrival at Library Square |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Line | 9:15 AM | Historic Sandy Station | 9:55 AM | 10:30 AM |
| Blue Line | 9:35 AM | Murray Central Station | 10:05 AM | 10:30 AM |
| Green Line | 9:55 AM | 1940 W. North Temple Station | 10:15 AM | 10:30 AM |
To synchronize arrivals at Library Square Station by 11:00 AM, here’s the updated schedule with adjusted turnaround times for each TRAX line:
Adjusted Schedule for 11:00 AM Arrival:
1. Red Line (Historic Sandy Station Turnaround)
- Outbound Travel Time: ~40 minutes
- Return Travel Time: ~35 minutes
- Total Travel Time: ~75 minutes
Adjusted Turnaround:
To arrive by 11:00 AM:
- Start the return journey from Historic Sandy Station at 10:25 AM.
- Begin outbound travel from Salt Lake Central Station by 9:45 AM.
2. Blue Line (Murray Central Station Turnaround)
- Outbound Travel Time: ~30 minutes
- Return Travel Time: ~25 minutes
- Total Travel Time: ~55 minutes
Adjusted Turnaround:
To arrive by 11:00 AM:
- Start the return journey from Murray Central Station at 10:35 AM.
- Begin outbound travel from Salt Lake Central Station by 10:05 AM.
3. Green Line (1940 W. North Temple Station Turnaround)
- Outbound Travel Time: ~20 minutes
- Return Travel Time: ~15 minutes
- Total Travel Time: ~35 minutes
Adjusted Turnaround:
To arrive by 11:00 AM:
- Start the return journey from 1940 W. North Temple Station at 10:45 AM.
- Begin outbound travel from Salt Lake Central Station by 10:25 AM.
Synchronized Schedule Summary:
| Line | Outbound Departure (SLC) | Turnaround Point | Turnaround Time | Arrival at Library Square |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Line | 9:45 AM | Historic Sandy Station | 10:25 AM | 11:00 AM |
| Blue Line | 10:05 AM | Murray Central Station | 10:35 AM | 11:00 AM |
| Green Line | 10:25 AM | 1940 W. North Temple Station | 10:45 AM | 11:00 AM |
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