Yield to bus and tram

Bus leaving a bus stop

When a bus signals that it wants to pull out from a bus stop, you as a driver must let the bus enter traffic. The rule applies on roads with a speed limit of 60 km/h or lower.

• The bus must use its turn signal well in advance.
• You are obliged to brake or stop to give way.
• Applies only to bus stops along the road, not lay-bys or terminals.

Trams almost always have right of way

Remember that trams cannot swerve away — they are bound to the tracks and need a long braking distance.

Bus lanes and bus bays

• You are not allowed to drive in bus lanes with a regular passenger car.
• Exceptions: electric cars where locally permitted, and when entering or exiting for a short distance.
• When crossing a bus lane, always check if a bus is approaching from behind.

Read more about the rules for bus lanes in urban traffic and bus lanes .

Common mistakes

Many forget that they must yield to buses from a bus stop. This frequently appears on the theory test. Combine with knowledge about right of way and intersections to ensure full understanding.

Further reading

• Pedestrian crossings and right of way for pedestrians
• Right of way: typical exam questions
• Vulnerable road users