Designing for Buses

Designated curb space for bus boarding and alighting. Includes curbside clear zone and sidewalk amenities to support passenger safety and comfort.

Exclusive bus lane adjacent to the curb. Offers direct access to sidewalk stops but may be impacted by turning vehicles and double parking.

Bus lane placed one lane away from the curb, allowing curbside uses while preserving dedicated space for bus movement.

Bus lane located at or near the street’s centerline. Used in corridors with fewer interruptions from turning or loading activity.

Corridor or lane segment reserved for buses and local deliveries. Designed to prioritize transit on high-ridership routes.

Sidewalk extension into the parking lane at a bus stop. Improves boarding and allows buses to remain in-lane, reducing delay.

A raised platform between the travel lane and parking or bike lane for boarding and alighting. Used in protected lane contexts to reduce conflicts.