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An introduction to the traffic rules and road signs of Switzerland. Learn about driving, road safety and much more in our illustrated book, with answers to frequently asked questions.

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Traffic rules
Switzerland

17. Bus stop

A bus stop is a designated place where buses stop to allow passengers to board or leave. It may be identified by a sign, shelter, raised platform, road marking or other public-transport infrastructure and can be located beside the road or in a specially constructed stopping area.

Drivers approaching a bus stop should watch carefully for buses, pedestrians and passengers crossing or entering the roadway. Parking or stopping restrictions may apply around bus stops to keep the area accessible and visible.

Bus stop
A bus stop. (Buchs, Switzerland)
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What stopping or parking restrictions apply at bus stops in Switzerland?

Within 10 metres of a public-transport stop sign, stopping is allowed only to let passengers board or alight, without obstructing public transport. This applies on either side of the sign. Waiting, parking and loading goods do not fall within that passenger exception; obey any additional markings or restrictions.

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May I briefly drop off a passenger at a bus stop in Switzerland?

Yes, within the restricted stop area, stopping solely for passengers to board or alight is permitted if public transport is not obstructed. The rule is not permission to wait, park or load goods there. Other stopping restrictions still apply.

🔗 fedlex.admin.ch • OCR Arts 17(5),18(3),19: departure, stopping and parking

What should I do near a stopped bus in Switzerland?

In a built-up area, drivers approaching from behind must slow down or stop if needed to let a scheduled bus leave a signed stop when it signals. This protection does not apply to a stop on the left edge of the carriageway. The bus driver must wait if following vehicles could not stop in time.

🔗 fedlex.admin.ch • OCR Arts 17(5),18(3),19: departure, stopping and parking

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