Bus and cycle signs are usually circular or rectangular with a blue background. They indicate lanes, routes, or areas that are reserved specifically for buses, cycles, or both, and notify other road users of restricted access.

No vehicles designed to carry more than 8 passengers (excluding driver) or local buses

With-flow bus lane ahead that can also be used by pedal cycles and taxis. Hours of operation may be shown

With-flow bus and pedal cycle lane sign showing hours of operation. Where no times are shown, the bus lane operates at all times

Off-side with-flow bus lane ahead that can also be used by pedal cycles

Road markings indicating the start of a route for buses and other permitted vehicles shown on upright blue circular signs

Bus lane road marking

Traffic may use both lanes at the end of a bus lane

Route for buses and pedal cycles only (older signs may include an ‘Only’ plate). Cycles not admitted when cycle symbol not shown

Route for buses, pedal cycles, solo motorcycles and taxis only. The motorcycle symbol and word ‘taxi’ are omitted where these vehicles are not admitted

Bus lane on road at junction ahead