Bus Lane Line Marking
We've marked bus lanes, transit priority infrastructure, and bus stops across Australia's major cities. Red surface treatments, BUS ONLY stencils, and clearway marking that keeps public transport moving. Working with transit authorities and councils since 2009.
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Why Bus Lane Marking Keeps Public Transport Running on Time?
A transit authority project in Dandenong required 6km of bus lane marking on a major arterial corridor. The challenge wasn't just marking lanes; it was creating visual distinction strong enough that drivers wouldn't drift into bus space during peak hours. We proposed continuous red surface treatment through the busiest sections, reinforced with large BUS ONLY text stencils and white separation lines.The corridor saw immediate improvements in bus journey times. Peak hour bus trips that previously took 25 minutes were completed in 18 minutes because buses weren't stuck behind cars in their dedicated lanes. The red surface treatment made encroachment obvious, both to enforcement cameras and to other drivers.Bus infrastructure marking requires different thinking than standard road marking. These lanes operate under strict time conditions, often becoming general traffic lanes outside peak hours. The marking needs to be visible enough for daytime enforcement but also clear at night when buses still operate. BUS ONLY text must be legible from the approach speed of a driver about to illegally enter the lane.We made a significant error on a bus stop project in Preston in 2018.
Key Benefits
Red surface treatment for transit lanes providing unmistakable visual identification even to distracted drivers
Large-format BUS ONLY and transit time restriction stencils sized for legibility at posted speed limits
Bus stop marking including yellow boarding areas, accessibility zones, and shelter approach paths
Coordination with transit authorities for night works minimising impact on early and late bus services
Integration with bus priority signals including advance stop lines and detection loop markings
Time-based restriction marking with clear operating hour indication for part-time bus lanes
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Compliance Standards
Bus Lane Pavement Markings
AS 1742.12:2019, the primary standard for bus and transit lane marking. Specifies BUS ONLY text dimensions, lane line requirements, and red surface treatment application for exclusive bus lanes.
Transit Lane Time Restrictions
AS 1742.2:2009 Section 4.4, covers pavement marking for time-restricted traffic lanes including bus lanes that operate only during peak periods and revert to general traffic.
Bus Stop Pavement Markings
AS 1742.11:2016, specifies requirements for bus stop and bus zone marking including standing area dimensions, clearance zones, and integration with pedestrian infrastructure.
Austroads Transit Priority Guide
AGTTM Part 12, provides comprehensive guidance on bus priority infrastructure including marking specifications for bus lanes, queue jumps, and interchange facilities.
Coloured Pavement Surface Treatment
AS 4049.3:2005, specifies performance requirements for coloured surface treatments including the red typically used for bus lanes. Covers colour retention and slip resistance.
Accessible Bus Stop Design
AS/NZS 1428.4.1:2009, where bus stops include accessible boarding points, tactile indicators must comply with this standard for integration with kerb ramp infrastructure.
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All our work meets or exceeds Australian Standards and state road authority requirements
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AS 1742
Traffic Control Devices
Specifies line colours, widths, arrow designs, and placement for road markings. Ensures all traffic control devices meet national safety standards.
AS/NZS 2890
Parking Facilities
Covers bay dimensions (2.4m × 5.4m standard, 3.2m × 5.4m accessible), aisle widths, and traffic flow requirements for compliant parking areas.
AS 4586
Slip Resistance
Defines slip resistance classifications (P rating) for pedestrian surfaces. Critical for wet areas, ramps, and high-traffic zones.
AS/NZS 1428
Access & Mobility
Sets requirements for accessible parking bays, tactile indicators, and mobility access. Essential for DDA compliance and accessibility audits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Red is the standard colour for bus lane surface treatment in Australia. The specific shade is defined in AS 1742.12 and provides strong visual contrast with standard grey asphalt. We use slip-resistant red surface treatment that maintains colour stability for 3 to 5 years.
AS 1742.12 specifies BUS ONLY text at 2.5m to 3.0m character height for roads with speed limits above 60km/h, and minimum 1.8m for lower speed roads. Larger text ensures drivers can read the marking with adequate reaction time to avoid the lane.
Yes, we mark numerous part-time bus lanes with time restriction information. The marking includes BUS ONLY text plus operating hours. Some councils also use supplementary lane arrows that indicate the lane becomes available outside bus hours.
Complete bus stop marking includes the yellow BUS ZONE text and no-standing area, boarding point marking, accessible path marking to nearby pedestrian infrastructure, and integration with any shelter approach. We follow AS 1742.11 for all bus stop installations.
Absolutely. Bus lane marking typically happens overnight to minimise service disruption. We coordinate with transit authorities to schedule works during lowest service periods, usually between midnight and 4am. Emergency works can sometimes be staged during the day.
Quality red surface treatment lasts 3 to 5 years depending on traffic volumes and vehicle types. Buses are heavy vehicles that accelerate and brake frequently, causing more wear than standard traffic. We use commercial-grade materials designed for transit applications.
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