Why does public transport use timetables?
Short answer
Timetables coordinate vehicles, staff, stations, and roads while helping passengers plan journeys.
How it works
A timetable organizes stops or stations, routes, departure and arrival times for each service, and operating days. This helps operators plan vehicles and staff, while passengers plan departures and connections. Actual service can change because of weather, incidents, or crowding.
Key point
A timetable is a plan for normal service, not a guarantee that every vehicle will arrive exactly on time.