Optimizing School Bus Routes in Response to Elementary School Consolidations in Rural Areas – Focused on Buan County, Jeollabuk-do

This study addresses the challenges of increased commuting distances due to rural elementary school consolidations. Using an optimized school bus route model based on mathematical programming, it minimizes commute time while ensuring safety and efficiency. Applied to Buan County, the model demonstrates practical improvements and offers insights for broader application in similar rural areas.