Bus stop design

Key design principles to ensure the safe, accessible and efficient operation of buses, acknowledging their unique vehicle parameters.

Facilities provided at bus stops by classification of the bus stop. Detailed guidance of bus stop infrastructure components related to accessibility, signs and road markings, safety and security, street furniture (for example seating and shelters), stop-specific information and other enhancements.

The main types of bus stop layouts are kerbside bus stops, In-lane bus stops with bus boarders, and indented bus bays.

Integrating cycling at bus stops in bus lanes, with on-road cycles lanes, separated cycleways or with shared paths.