Intercity Bus Permit

You must submit an application online for each proposed bus stop location for loading and unloading of passengers.

You must include: 

• Bus operator contact information 
• Federal and State Motor Carrier Identification Numbers for each bus 
• Proposed bus stop location and two alternate locations 
• Schedule of bus service to and from proposed locations
• Number of passengers expected for each bus
• Vehicle type 
• Planned route into and out of the City 
• Bus layover or storage location when not in operation

The permit process can take up to 150 days after you provide all of the required information. Bus stop permits are valid for a period of up to three years.

Criteria for Approving an Intercity Bus Stop Location

Permitted locations are determined by criteria related to: 

• Traffic and pedestrian flow
• Public health and safety 
• Community Board and affected agencies' feedback

Authorized Intercity bus operators are required to:

• Have an Intercity Bus permit visibly displayed in the bus
• Have the Intercity Bus operator name visible on the doors or side panels of the bus
• Stop only at Bus Stop locations designated by the Department of Transportation by signage
• Stop at curbside designated locations, parallel to the curb and not blocking the traffic driving lane