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

For informational purposes only. Always follow official regulations. Some content and images were created with AI assistance.

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12. 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. (Beijing, China)
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What stopping or parking restrictions apply at bus stops in China?

China’s implementing regulations prohibit stopping at bus stops and within 30 metres of them, except for vehicles using the relevant facility under the rule.

🔗 xzfg.moj.gov.cn • Mainland China — Regulation 63(3)–(6); 30 m protected area and applicable facility exception

🔗 jtgl.beijing.gov.cn • Beijing Traffic Police — full Road Traffic Safety Law, 2021 amended text

🔗 samr.gov.cn • SAMR — full implementing Regulations, 2017 amended text

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

An ordinary car’s passenger drop-off does not qualify merely because it is brief. Observe the stop restriction and use a lawful place outside the protected area.

🔗 xzfg.moj.gov.cn • Mainland China — Regulation 63(3)–(6); 30 m protected area and applicable facility exception

🔗 jtgl.beijing.gov.cn • Beijing Traffic Police — full Road Traffic Safety Law, 2021 amended text

🔗 samr.gov.cn • SAMR — full implementing Regulations, 2017 amended text

What should I do near a stopped bus in China?

Keep a controlled speed and protect passengers while passing. The national rules require doors and passenger movements not to obstruct others; a bus stop is not a reason to accelerate through a gap beside the vehicle.

🔗 xzfg.moj.gov.cn • Mainland China — Regulation 63(3)–(6); 30 m protected area and applicable facility exception

🔗 jtgl.beijing.gov.cn • Beijing Traffic Police — full Road Traffic Safety Law, 2021 amended text

🔗 samr.gov.cn • SAMR — full implementing Regulations, 2017 amended text

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