peatused

Peatused are designated points on roads or tracks where public transport vehicles stop to board or alight passengers. In Estonian usage, the plural peatused refers to bus stops, tram stops and other similar stops along public transport networks. They are part of urban and rural transport planning and are usually named after nearby streets or landmarks; they may lie at bus lanes or on mixed traffic.

A typical peatus includes a sign with the stop’s name, the routes that serve it, and often a timetable or map. Many stops have shelters, seating, lighting, and accessibility features such as ramps or level access. In larger networks, some peatused also feature digital displays showing real-time arrival information and route changes. The design of a stop considers safety, visibility, and ease of use for pedestrians, cyclists, and people with reduced mobility.

Placement and operation of peatused depend on demand, travel patterns, and network density. Stops are typically located at regular intervals along routes, near intersections, workplaces, schools, and transit hubs to facilitate transfers between lines. They may be temporary or relocated during road work, construction, or service changes. In transport planning and data management, peatused are catalogued with coordinates, names, and service details to support route planning and passenger information.