Reservation sign · R301
Bus reservation sign (R301)
This space is reserved for buses.
What does the bus reservation sign mean?
This space is reserved for buses.
What should you do?
Keep other vehicles out of the reserved space.
| Sign code | R301 |
|---|---|
| Sign group | Reservation signs |
| Applies to | All learner codes (1, 2 and 3) |
| Test section | Road signs and markings |
How to recognise the bus reservation sign
A blue rectangular sign showing a bus symbol; a “P” version marks parking.
Where you will see it
At the entrance to a lane, roadway or parking area reserved for buses.
What to do when you see it, step by step
- If you are not driving a bus, do not enter or park there.
- An empty reserved lane is still reserved.
The common mistake
Reservation signs are blue and rectangular; the commands that name road users in circles (R110–R136) sit in blue circles.
About reservation signs
Reservation signs show that a road, lane or area is reserved for particular users, such as buses or pedestrians. The K53 learner's test asks you to recognise signs like the bus reservation sign (R301) and choose the correct response, so learn both the picture and the action.
How to answer a test question about this sign
- Look at the shape and colour first. They tell you the group: reservation signs for this one.
- Recall what the sign asks of you: keep other vehicles out of the reserved space.
- Remove the options that describe a different group of sign, then choose the response that matches the action.
Want the full explanation? Read the chapter Signals, reservations and freeways.
Test yourself: Bus reservation sign questions
1 What does this sign mean?
- A height restriction applies ahead.
- This space is reserved for buses.
- A pedestrian crossing is ahead.
Show the answer
Answer B: This space is reserved for buses.
Keep other vehicles out of the reserved space.
Memory tip: R301 · Bus reservation
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2 Which response fits this sign?
- Keep other vehicles out of the reserved space.
- Look for people waiting to cross or already crossing.
- Check your vehicle and load height before proceeding.
Show the answer
Answer A: Keep other vehicles out of the reserved space.
Bus reservation: This space is reserved for buses.
Memory tip: Keep other vehicles out of the reserved space.
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Bus reservation sign: quick questions
What does the bus reservation sign (R301) mean?
This space is reserved for buses.
What should you do at the bus reservation sign?
If you are not driving a bus, do not enter or park there. An empty reserved lane is still reserved.
Where will you see the bus reservation sign?
At the entrance to a lane, roadway or parking area reserved for buses.
What is the common mistake with the bus reservation sign?
Reservation signs are blue and rectangular; the commands that name road users in circles (R110–R136) sit in blue circles.
Sign artwork: Southern African Development Community (SADC), public domain. AceK53 is an independent study aid. Always confirm test requirements with your driving licence testing centre.