stoppestasjon

A stoppestasjon is a designated location on a public transport network where vehicles stop to pick up and drop off passengers. The term is used in Norwegian and other Scandinavian languages to describe a smaller stop along a line, often contrasting with a full station (stasjon). While primarily associated with rail services, the concept can also apply to stops for buses and trams in some contexts.

Facilities at a stoppestasjon are typically minimal compared with larger stations. A boarding area or platform aligned with vehicle doors, clear stop naming, and timetable information are common. Many stoppestasjoner are unstaffed and may have basic amenities such as shelters, lighting, seating, and sometimes ticket machines. Accessibility features, such as ramps or tactile paving, are increasingly standard.

Operations and service patterns vary. Stoppestasjoner are served according to fixed timetables, but some function as request stops where trains or buses only halt if there are passengers signaling the stop or waiting to board. The frequency and duration of stops depend on service type, time of day, and overall network design.

Relation to other terms is context-dependent. A stasjon usually refers to a larger, staffed facility with more extensive services, whereas a holdeplass or busstopp denotes a stop on a road-based service. In practice, the terms stoppestasjon, stoppested, stasjon, and holdeplass can overlap in usage, depending on country and transit authority.

Planning and maintenance of stoppestasjoner focus on safe boarding, reliable scheduling, adequate information, and accessibility to ensure consistent network coverage.