Winnipeg's new rapid transit system will add extra commute time for a few travellers. (CBC)At least one south Winnipeg commuter is considering taking his car to work because the new rapid transit service will add extra time to his daily travel.

Winnipeg's new rapid transit corridor, to launch April 8 through Fort Rouge and Fort Garry is supposed to bring faster service and environmental benefits for those using the city's public transportation system.

But for Philippe Bardet the new rapid transitway will mean his local bus stop will be phased out.

Bardet boards a bus at Stafford Street and Pembina Highway every morning for a quick ride to his job in the Fort Garry Industrial park. "I don't mind taking the bus," he said.

But when Bardet's bus stop disappears he'll then have to use a different stop, transfer, and ride two buses to and from work. Transit officials acknowledge some riders will have to transfer as a result of the changes.

Bardet predicts the change will add ten minutes to his commute, so he may actually decide to take his car to work. "If it takes me 35 minutes, most likely I will switch back to my car and basically do the five- to 10-minute trip," he said. "I don't think it's the city's goal to increase the amount of cars on the streets," he noted.

Transit officials say very few riders will have to transfer and most people will find their trip faster and more convenient. Transit will post details on the new routes next week.