Bus bulbs are curb extensions that align the bus stop with the parking lane, allowing buses to stop and board passengers without ever leaving the travel lane. Bus bulbs help buses move faster …

With bus bulbs or boarders, a bus can stay in its traffic lane to discharge and pick up passengers, instead of having to pull over to the curb. The term bus bulb is prevalent in North American …

A curb extension at a bus stop that allows buses to remain in the moving lane while picking up and discharging passengers. Bus bulbs may also be designed to better support bus …

Bus bulbs allow buses to stop in-lane thereby eliminating the need to re-enter the traffic flow. This increases bus reliability since the bus driver no longer needs to wait for a gap in traffic; and it …

Dec 6, 2015 · Bus bulbs are a section of sidewalk that extends from the curb of a parking lane to the edge of the through lane. When used as a bus stop, the buses stop in the traffic lane …

Streets with insufficient queuing space at bus stops should consider the implementation of a bus bulb or dedicated waiting area. Bus stops are required to meet ADA standards, including the …

Bus bulbs are a section of sidewalk that extends from the curb of a parking lane to the edge of the through lane. A major advantage of using bus bulbs is the creation of additional space at a bus …

Jun 16, 2010 · Bus bulbs, also called nubs, curb extensions, or bus bulges, are sections of sidewalk extending from the curb of a parking lane to the edge of the through lane. In regard to …

Bus bulbs create a larger space for people to wait for the bus, and for operators to deploy accessible ramps when needed. They also reduce crossing distance to and from the opposite …

Bus bulbs create additional space to include bus stop amenities such as shelters and benches and also reduce the crossing distance of pedestrians at the intersection.