Why do buses stop at designated stops?
Short answer
Designated stops improve safety and make travel time and routes more predictable.
How it works
A bus stop sets a known place for boarding and leaving the bus, helping passengers, pedestrians, and other drivers anticipate one another. Its location is considered in relation to roads, intersections, and pedestrian crossings. Stops served depend on the route, so check the destination and service information before boarding.
Key point
A bus stop is more than a convenient marker: it supports safer boarding and more predictable service. Wait in the designated area and do not cross in front of or behind a stopped bus.