Can electric cars drive in bus lanes?

So when it comes to electric cars and bus lanes, the answer is no – electric cars can't generally use bus lanes. But you can always check your local council to see if trials are taking place in your area. If you're an EV driver, it's best to avoid driving in bus lanes as it's unlikely you are permitted to be there.



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Vehicles that may use a bus lane or gate if signage allows
  • Licensed taxis (hackney carriages)
  • Pedal cycles (including electrically assisted pedal cycles, adapted cycles and cargo bikes)
  • Solo mopeds and motorcycles (i.e. without side cars).


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London, Milton Keynes, Bristol, and Nottingham will share £40 million from the government to improve electric vehicle infrastructure. As part of the initiative, drivers of electric cars will also be allowed to drive in bus lanes.

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Because while yes, electric cars have previously been allowed to use bus lanes in specific trials across the UK –it is not common by any means. In fact, it is far from the norm for electric cars to use bus lanes. Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about bus lanes and electric cars.

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If you've used a bus lane illegally, your local council can give you a charge notice. In most cases, the council must send you the notice within 28 days of you driving in the bus lane. The charge notice will say that you have 28 days to pay the charge.

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It is a travel lane restricted to buses only during certain hours of the day. During this time, other vehicles may enter a bus lane only to make the next available right turn, or to quickly drop off or pick up passengers.

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Bus lane and bus gate penalty charge notices (PCNs) are £60. However, if you pay within 14 days of the date of notice, the charge is reduced to £30. If the PCN is not paid within 28 days, the charge will increase to £90. You'll need your PCN number to pay your fine.

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What is a Bus Lane? It is a travel lane restricted to buses only during certain hours of the day. During this time, other vehicles may enter a bus lane only to make the next available right turn, or to quickly drop off or pick up passengers. Violating bus lane rules results in a $50 – $250 fine.

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