Use bus capes (bus boarders) to reduce delays for buses re-
entering traffic stream and improve the comfort for the
passengers The bus stop design has a remarkable impact on bus
operation, e.g. on the commercial speed of the service.
Basically, the following designs can be distinguished (Figure
2‑8): A bus stop by the kerb is the usual type of bus stop, and
this makes it possible for traffic to pass the bus while it is
at the bus stop. The design is simple and it is easy to fit in
to any street. However, problems sometimes are that some parking
spaces by the kerb have to be removed in order for the bus to
access the stop, and also this kind of stop does not give buses
any priority. Buses can also sometimes have problems entering
the bus stop if cars have been parked too close to the bus stop.
Also, each location needs special attention in terms of traffic
safety (e.g. to avoid overtaking by cars where this can endanger
alighting passengers). Lay-by bus stops are often provided, to
enable buses to stop outwith