Why do bus drivers say last stop?
Why do bus drivers say last stop? it's their last stop for that particular route, and they are about to drive empty to a completely different part of town to start the other part of their shift on a different route. (Some drivers drive multiple routes on one shift.)
When a bus suddenly stops a passenger?
When a fast moving bus is stopped suddenly, the passengers sitting in it tend to fall forwards. This is due to. inertia of rest.
Why do UK busses randomly stop?
Mainly in order to maintain schedule. Traffic on the streets is highly unpredictable. There is a certain degree of uncertainty associated with travel times from one stop to another even when the bus way is grade separated from other traffic. In mixed traffic, there is no way to predict travel times at all.
How do you stop a bus in the UK?
Buses across the UK are fitted with buttons that passengers press to alert the driver to stop at the next station. As the bus pulls away from the station before yours, press the button to illuminate the stop sign at the front of the bus.
Why are UK buses red?
The reason behind their colour dates to the early 1900s, when the transport system was operated by different rival companies. London General Omnibus Company (or L.G.O.C.) owned most of the buses and in 1907 painted its entire fleet red to stand out from competitors.
Why do bus drivers not stop?
Most likely they are early - ahead of the timetable. Most bus networks have 'time points' along routes, where the drivers must wait until the correct departure time if they are early.
How do buses know when to announce stops?
Usually, the bus driver will input a code that will load the route information into the computer. This powers the route display at the front of the bus as well as the automated announcements. As the bus crosses preset GPS coordinates, it will trigger the correct announcement for that route.
Why do UK buses only have 1 door?
Why don't city buses in most UK cities have rear doors? Because almost all buses now in use are single manned - you have to pay your fare to the driver and s/he has to sit at the front for obvious reasons! Rear doors are simply not practical with driver-only operation.
Can you get fined for stopping in a bus stop UK?
You are not allowed to load or unload in a bus stop and you should have sought an alternative place to load or unload your vehicle where the restrictions allow you to do so. You are therefore liable for the Penalty Charge Notice (PCN).
Do you tell the bus driver your destination?
On the Bus. Pay your full fare to your final destination. Tell the bus driver where you are going and whether you need a transfer and/or a change card.
Do bus drivers like when you say thank you?
Do bus drivers like it when people say thank you? Dozens of London bus drivers who were interviewed as part of the research said passengers greeting them with 'good morning' or 'thank you' have a positive impact on their happiness and job satisfaction. They said it made them feel 'respected', 'seen' and 'appreciated'.
Should I greet the bus driver?
A small survey of 77 drivers suggested a greeting from a passenger was meaningful to them, the researchers said. Of 116 passengers questioned at a bus station, 84% said they believed engaging with the driver had a positive impact, according to the findings.
Are UK buses private?
In Great Britain outside Greater London, bus transportation is provided by the market rather than a public service, and are privately owned and operated, except in Northern Ireland, where it is publicly provided and delivered.
Is it illegal to park opposite a bus stop UK?
Rule 243 of the Highway Code says DO NOT stop or park in the following places: Near a school entrance. Anywhere you would prevent access for emergency services. At or near a bus/tram stop or taxi rank.