ISBT.pptxIn India, an Inter State Bus Terminal or Inter-State Bus Terminus (ISBT) is a bus terminus that provides bus service to destinations located in other states. An ISBT may also provide bus services to destinations in the same state
In India, an Inter State Bus Terminal or Inter-State Bus Terminus (ISBT) is a bus terminus that provides bus service to destinations located in other states. An ISBT may also provide bus services to destinations in the same state
Similar to ISBT.pptxIn India, an Inter State Bus Terminal or Inter-State Bus Terminus (ISBT) is a bus terminus that provides bus service to destinations located in other states. An ISBT may also provide bus services to destinations in the same state
ISBT.pptxIn India, an Inter State Bus Terminal or Inter-State Bus Terminus (ISBT) is a bus terminus that provides bus service to destinations located in other states. An ISBT may also provide bus services to destinations in the same state
3 Introduction
• ISBTstands for Inter-State Bus Terminal, which serves
as a major hub for intercity and interstate bus travel.
• Purpose and Importance:
Facilitates organized and efficient bus transportation.
Enhances connectivity between cities and states.
Reduces congestion in city centers by managing bus
traffic at a dedicated terminal.
Provides a structured system for ticketing, passenger
amenities, and vehicle management.
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5 Entrance &Exit Zones
•Minimum width: 7.5m for each lane (NBC recommendation)
•Separate lanes for entry and exit to ensure smooth traffic flow
•Security checkpoints with baggage scanners and automatic barrier
•Height clearance: 4.5m for bus entry (Neufert standard)
•Signage and lighting for clear visibility
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6 BUS MAINTENANCEFACILITIES
Bus maintenance Facilities:
This relates to the bus maintenance infrastructure at the terminal, and can be
classified into two broad categories:
• On site--Maintenance/breakdown facilities are provided inside the terminal boundary
Provisions include re-served parking bays for breakdown vehicles, space for a mini
workshop, room for tools etc
• Off Site-- Maintenance/breakdown facilities are not provided inside the terminal
boundary but sourced off site.- usually to local, privately operated repair workshops
in the terminal's vicinity
Bus Maintenance & Repair Bays
Dedicated area: 20 sq.m per bay
Fire safety and pollution control measures
Storage for spare parts and waste disposal unit
Fuel Station & EV Charging Zones
Fuel stations: Minimum 500 sq.m area
EV charging: 2 dedicated bays per 10 conventional bays
Compliance with fire and electrical safety standards
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7 Security Office&Medical Room
Security Office
Dedicated space: 15 sq.m
Coordination with local law enforcement
Holding cells and emergency response team
Medical Room
Minimum size: 15-20 sq.m
First aid, ambulance availability, and emergency medical staff
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Traffic & Circulationand Pickup & Drop
Zones
Traffic & Circulation
Minimum road width: 7.5m for main roads, 5.5m for service lanes
Segregated lanes for buses, private vehicles, and pedestrians
Roundabouts and traffic signals for smooth movement
Pickup & Drop Zones
Dedicated areas: 3-5m width per lane
Clearly marked zones for taxis, autos, and private vehicles
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Control Room Security,Checkpoint & Baggage
Screening
Control Room
Space requirement: 20-25 sq.m
Centralized monitoring of bus operations, CCTV, and PA system
Integration with city-wide traffic management
Security Checkpoint & Baggage Screening
Separate lanes for passengers and baggage screening
X-ray scanners and metal detectors
24/7 surveillance and emergency alert system
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Lost & FoundCounters
Size: 5 sq.m with secure storage lockers
Documentation and tracking system
Staffed 24/7 for lost item inquiries
Passenger Information Desk
Minimum area: 8-10 sq.m
Digital display boards and multilingual
assistance
Centrally located for easy access
Lost & Found Counters and Passenger Information
Desk
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Parking Zone,Pedestrian Walkways&Waiting
Shelters
Parking Zone
•Private vehicles: 2.5m x 5m per slot
•Taxi and auto bay: 3m x 6m per vehicle
•Bus parking: 3.5m x 12m per bay
Pedestrian Walkways & Waiting Shelters
•Minimum width: 2.5m
•Covered pathways with seating options
•Adequate lighting and anti-slip flooring
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Accessibility Features
Ramps(1:12 gradient), handrails
at 0.85m height
Elevators: 1.5m x 1.5m minimum
size
Tactile paving for visually
impaired passengers
Bus Bays & Platforms
Platform width: 5-6m per bay
Bus bay length: 15m minimum
(NBC standard)
Passenger seating and shelter
Lost & Found Counters and Passenger Information
Desk
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13 Waste Management&Waterand Drainage
Waste Management
•Separate bins for dry and wet waste
•Waste disposal every 6 hours
•Recycling and composting facilities
Water and Drainage
•Adequate drinking water stations (1 per 50 passengers)
•Proper drainage system with a minimum slope of 1:200
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14 ATM andBank
Minimum area: 10 sq.m per ATM
Placement near entrances for easy access
24/7 surveillance and power backup
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15 Administrative Offices& Luggage/Cloak
Room
Administrative Offices
Office space: 50 sq.m minimum
Meeting rooms, storage, and staff
facilities
Luggage/Cloak Room
Secure lockers and numbering system
Storage duration tracking and payment
system
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16 TICKET COUNTER
•Minimumcounter size: 1.5m width per service point
•Height: 1.1m counter level for easy accessibility
•Digital kiosks and manual counters for efficiency
•Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible counters with a height of 0.85m
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Should have clear floor space of
at least 900 mm x 1200 mm in
front of the counters;
There should be at least one low
counter at a height of 750 mm to
800 mm from the floor with clear
knee space of 750 mm high by
900 mm wide by 480 mm deep.
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17 Food Court& Restaurant
Food Court & Restaurant
Minimum area per vendor: 10-15 sq.m
Seating space: 1.2m per dining table unit
Waste management and fire safety
compliance
Shops & Kiosks
Minimum kiosk size: 3m x 3m
Placement near waiting halls and platforms
Adequate circulation space (minimum 2m
wide walkways)
Drinking water coolers or taps should:
- have a clear floor space of at least 900mm x 1200mm;
- have a clear knee space between the bottom of the apron and floor or ground of
at least 750mm wide, 200mm deep and 680mm high; -
- have a toe space not less than 750mm wide, 230mm high - have a water glass
provision; -
- free standing or built -in-drinking water coolers or taps not having a knee space
should have a clear floor space of at least 1200mm wide x 1200mm
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18 Restroom &Washroom
Minimum toilet ratio: 1 per 100 passengers
(NBC standard)
Separate facilities for men, women, and
differently-abled passengers
Hygiene and maintenance standards
Minimum stall width: 1.5m, with 1.8m for
accessibility toilets
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19 Driver RestingArea &Staff Room
Driver Resting
Separate restrooms and sleeping quarters (5 sq.m per
driver)
Refreshment and dining facilities
Staff Room
Locker space, seating area, and restrooms for
employees
Size: Minimum 15 sq.m
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• The minimumsize of the lift should be 1500 mm wide by 1500mm deep
wherever possible, 13 passenger lift to be provided, which allows easy of
wheelchair user. Each lift to have a mirror at the back so that a wheelchair
user can see which
floor they have reached. The mirror should be located in a way that the floor
number to be easily indicated in the mirror.
• Lift locations should be clearly signposted from the main pedestrian route,
and
recognizable through design and location
• It should be located near to the entrance door so that persons with disabilities
don’t have to search or move more in the building premises to search them.
• They should be easily seen from the accessible route without any hindrances
in the route.