Minimum Bus Stops
Omnitrans Minimum bus stops contain the following features:
- Curb Ramps
- Sidewalk Connections
- Bus Pole with Signage and Route Information
- Landing Pads/Boarding Area
- NexTrip Systems
Preferred Bus stops
Omnitrans Preferred bus stops contain the following features:
- Curb Ramps
- Sidewalk Connections
- Bus Pole with Signage and Route Information
- Landing Pads/Boarding Area
- Trash Receptacles
- Bus Shelter with Lighting
- Bus Bench
- Newspaper and Vendor Boxes
- Landscape Features
- NexTrip Systems
Enhanced Bus stops
The design of bus stop waiting areas and the provision of amenities that enhance security and comfort play a significant role in a person’s decision to use transit. Passenger amenities are installed at selected bus stops to improve passenger comfort and the relative attractiveness of transit as a transportation alternative. High Ridership stations generally include:
- Shelter with lighting
- Bus Bench
- Bicycle Parking
- Curb Ramps
- Sidewalk Connections
- Bus Pole with Signage and Route Information
- Landing Pads
- Trash Receptacles
- Newspaper and Vendor Boxes
- Landscape Features
- NexTrip Systems
Omnitrans Standard Bus Stop Designs
Omnitrans currently owns and maintains the following two shelter models from Tolar Manufacturing.
Omnitrans Standard Shelter (13′ or 17′ length):
Omnitrans Premium Shelter (17′ length):
Cities and/or private properties may choose to install custom shelters, which are not maintained by Omnitrans.
For More Information please see Section 6 and Section 8 of the Transit Design Guidelines.