Timing point
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A timing point is a term used in timetable planning in the transport industry. It refers to a location, usually a bus stop
, that a vehicle reaches at an agreed time. It is used as a point of reference on routes to assist passengers plan journeys and transport companies measure service performance (punctuality) and fare planning.
Timing points are usually identified by a textual descriptor, NaPTAN
code and geo-reference such as lat/long or easting and northing.
With increases in GPS technology, vehicle arrival times at timing points can be recorded automatically through on-vehicle equipment (often a ticket machine
).
Bus stop
A bus stop is a designated place where buses stop for passengers to board or leave a bus. These are normally positioned on the highway and are distinct from off-highway facilities such as bus stations. The construction of bus stops tends to reflect the level of usage...
, that a vehicle reaches at an agreed time. It is used as a point of reference on routes to assist passengers plan journeys and transport companies measure service performance (punctuality) and fare planning.
Timing points are usually identified by a textual descriptor, NaPTAN
NaPTAN
The National Public Transport Access Node database is a UK nationwide system for uniquely identifying all the points of access to public transport in the UK...
code and geo-reference such as lat/long or easting and northing.
With increases in GPS technology, vehicle arrival times at timing points can be recorded automatically through on-vehicle equipment (often a ticket machine
Ticket machine
A ticket machine, also known as a ticket vending machine , is a vending machine that produces tickets. For instance, ticket machines dispense train tickets at railway stations and tram tickets at some tram stops and in some trams...
).