Bus stop location planning

The five bus stop classifications are basic, standard, intermediate, premium and public transport interchange based on the place and movement functions of the bus stop.

Fundamental considerations for bus stop location planning include land use integration, bus stop spacing, and personal security and safety.

Bus stop location planning needs to consider walking accessibility and crossings.

Locating bus stops near intersections maximises walking catchments, however, there are a number of matters to consider in selecting whether to locate the stop before or after the intersection, or in-between intersections, with potential impacts on safety, bus capacity and signal operations.

Consider potential unique local characteristics in bus stop location planning such as topographical barriers, safety, traffic calming measures, property entrances, conflicting activities, taxi stands, and whether the bus stop is a timing point.

School bus stops have some unique characteristics to consider for location planning, shelter provision and design.