Bus gates
- Regent Street (heading into the City near Cambridge City Council offices).
- Emmanuel Road (heading into and out of the City).
- Bridge Street (heading into and out of the City).
- Station Road.
- Silver Street – This bus gate is in operation 24 hours, 7 days a week.
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What is the difference between a bus lane and a bus gate?
A bus lane contravention begins where a vehicle breaks and crosses the solid white dividing line between the bus lane and the remainder of the carriageway without good reason during its time of operation. A bus gate contravention is when an unauthorised vehicle passes the regulatory traffic signs.
Do you get points for driving through a bus gate?
It’s a civil matter rather than a criminal offence, so it’s unlikely to involve points on your driving licence and therefore shouldn’t impact your car insurance either. But it means that incorrectly using a bus lane can be as needlessly expensive for you as belting past a speed camera or parking illegally.
What happens if you accidentally go in a bus lane?
We may issue a PCN if you drive in a bus lane. Find out more about penalty charges.
Can you drive down Regent Street Cambridge?
Regent Street: Closed 24 hours a day every day heading towards the city centre. The other carriageway isn’t restricted. Silver Street: Closed 24 hours a day every day. St John’s Street: Closed 10am to 4pm Monday to Saturday.
What happens if you ignore a bus lane fine?
If you ignore a PCN and any Notice to Owner or Enforcement Notice (for bus lane contraventions) that follows it, the charge will increase by 50% and you will be issued with a Charge Certificate.
What happens if you drive in a bus lane by mistake UK?
Receiving a charge notice
If you’ve used a bus lane illegally, your local council can give you a charge notice. In most cases, the council must send you the notice within 28 days of you driving in the bus lane. The charge notice will say that you have 28 days to pay the charge.
How many points do you get for going through a bus lane UK?
Driving in a Bus Lane Fine
Outside of Greater London, the fine is £65, or £30 if you pay within 14 days. But you won’t get any points on your licence if you drive in a bus lane by mistake. That means that you don’t have to worry about your mistake affecting your car insurance premium.
How can I avoid paying a bus lane fine UK?
The only way to avoid paying a bus lane fine in London is to make a successful appeal, which would cancel the Penalty Charge Notice. You must appeal in writing by the deadline with a truthful excuse that will be accepted.
What does it mean if the signs at a bus lane shows no times of operation?
Where there are no times stated, the bus lanes are operational 24 hours. Drivers must pay attention to the road signs and markings, as these will clearly show the start and end of the bus lane, the vehicles permitted, and the hours of operation.
How much is the fine for bus only lane?
Dhs2,000 fine for parking in bus lay-by in UAE.
Does a bus lane camera flash?
Note that there is no camera flash to show that the camera has been activated when it detects a vehicle that is not permitted to drive in the bus lane.
What is the bus lane rule?
Bus-only lanes have a BUS ONLY LANE road marking and sign. You must not ride a bike in bus-only lanes. Bus lanes and bus-only lanes apply all the time unless there’s a sign saying what days and times they apply. Other vehicles may use these lanes outside these days and times.
How much is the fine for driving in a bus lane in Cambridge?
Paying the bus lane / gate Penalty Charge Notice
Penalty charges are £70, discounted to £35 if paid within 21 days.
What buses go down Regent Street?
Which Bus lines stop near Regent Street? These Bus lines stop near Regent Street: 06, 13, 27, 90.
Why is the Cambridge Busway closed?
Resurfacing work on the guided busway maintenance track means it will be closed for almost two weeks, until November 25. A stretch of the track between Longstanton Park & Ride and Oakington is currently being worked on. The maintenance track adjacent to the guided busway is designated as a bridleway.
How much is a bus lane fine UK?
How much? The fine is £70 and must be paid within 28 days of the Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) being issued. However, if you pay within 21 days it is reduced by 50% to £35.
How much is a bus fine UK?
How much is a penalty fare? It’s £80. This is reduced to £40 if you pay within 21 days.
Can you stop in a bus stop to pick someone up?
On red routes both taxis and private hire vehicles cannot stop at bus stops marked with a wide red line by the kerb. At other red route bus stops, taxi and private hire drivers should avoid stopping to avoid disruption to the bus network.
Can I drop off someone in bus lane?
Non-scheduled buses, such as school buses and factory buses, can drive in the bus lane, but they cannot stop, pick up or drop off passengers along the bus lane.
HOW LONG CAN bus drivers drive without a break UK?
Breaks and continuous driving
You must also take breaks that add up to at least 45 minutes. If you work more than 8 hours 30 minutes, you must take an extra break before you finish working. The extra break must last 30 minutes or longer.