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Limited-stop bus
LIM-it-id STOP BUS
Local meaning
A bus service that skips selected local stops to provide faster travel along part or all of a route.
Limited-stop service uses designated stops shown on route signs, maps, and digital information. It may share a corridor and route number with a local bus but stop less often. Riders must confirm that their boarding and destination stops are served by the limited pattern.
Example in context
- “Take the limited-stop bus if it serves your cross street.”
How it is used
A standard New York bus-service label also used by transit systems elsewhere.
neutral, practical, transit-specific
bus stops, route planning, commuting
A standard New York bus-service label also used by transit systems elsewhere.
Limited does not mean express to every destination. Stop patterns and operating hours vary by route and time.
Spelling and scope
A standard New York bus-service label also used by transit systems elsewhere.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between local and limited buses?
A local bus serves more stops, while a limited-stop bus skips designated stops to reduce travel time.
Does every limited bus run all day?
No. Some limited patterns operate only during certain hours or directions.
Read next
All words →Evidence and further reading
These sources support the regional association, dictionary sense, or broader spread. The entry remains open to correction from New York speakers and qualified reviewers.
- How to Ride the BusMetropolitan Transportation Authority
Official MTA guidance on bus service, stops, route types, boarding, fares, and rider information.