Priority of Public Transport and Traffic on Dedicated Transit Lanes

Priority of Public Transport and Traffic on Dedicated Transit Lanes – main infographic

In a built-up area, drivers must give way to public transport starting to move from a marked stop.

🎥 Video Explanation

ℹ️ Note: The video is in Lithuanian. The text above contains the full English explanation.

📚 KET Points in Detail

KET 180

Before starting to move away from the stop, the driver of public transport must make sure that way is being given to them.

KET 181

On a road marked with the road sign "Lane for public transport" and the letter "A", it is prohibited for non-public-transport vehicles to drive in this lane.

KET 181.1

On a road marked with the road sign "Lane for public transport" and the symbol "A+", it is prohibited for non-public-transport vehicles to drive in this lane, except:
181.1.1. bicycles, electric micro-mobility vehicles, mopeds and light quadricycles;
181.1.2. cars bearing the distinguishing mark "Person with disability" or a disabled person's car parking card, in which persons with disabilities are traveling to (from) an educational institution or to (from) a day-care center, provided that the travel route has been agreed with the road owner in the manner established by them;
181.1.3. passenger taxis, if the lane is marked with the inscription "TAXI";
181.1.4. cars carrying 4 or more road users, if the lane is marked with the symbol 4+;
181.1.5. electric vehicles, if the lane is marked with an electric vehicle symbol;
181.1.6. motorcycles, if the lane is marked with a motorcycle symbol.

KET 182

If the lane designated for public transport traveling in the same direction is on the right edge of the carriageway and is not separated by a solid horizontal marking line, before turning right, turning drivers must, and drivers going around a vehicle stopped to turn left may, change lanes to this lane.

📜 Official source: These rules are defined in the Republic of Lithuania Road Traffic Rules (KET); the latest consolidated edition takes effect on 1 January 2026.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is in a built?
In a built-up area, drivers must give way to public transport starting to move from a marked stop.
What does KET 180 establish?
Before starting to move away from the stop, the driver of public transport must make sure that way is being given to them.
What is on a road marked with the road sign "lane for public transport" and the letter "a", it is prohibited for non?
On a road marked with the road sign "Lane for public transport" and the letter "A", it is prohibited for non-public-transport vehicles to drive in this lane.
What is on a road marked with the road sign "lane for public transport" and the symbol "a+", it is prohibited for non?
On a road marked with the road sign "Lane for public transport" and the symbol "A+", it is prohibited for non-public-transport vehicles to drive in this lane, except: 181.1.1. bicycles, electric micro-mobility vehicles, mopeds and light quadricycles; 181.1.2. cars bearing the distinguishing mark "Person with disability" or a disabled person's car parking card, in which persons with disabilities are traveling to (from) an educational institution or to (from) a day-care center, provided that the travel route has been agreed with the road owner in the manner established by them; 181.1.3. passenger taxis, if the lane is marked with the inscription "TAXI"; 181.1.4. cars carrying 4 or more road users, if the lane is marked with the symbol 4+; 181.1.5. electric vehicles, if the lane is marked with an electric vehicle symbol; 181.1.6. motorcycles, if the lane is marked with a motorcycle symbol.
What does KET 182 establish?
If the lane designated for public transport traveling in the same direction is on the right edge of the carriageway and is not separated by a solid horizontal marking line, before turning right, turning drivers must, and drivers going around a vehicle stopped to turn left may, change lanes to this lane.
Why is this part of KET important for the driving exam?
"Public Transport Priority 2026" is one of the core KET topics required for the theory exam at Regitra. Questions on this topic make up a significant portion of the exam, so learn these rules carefully. Practice with the free KET tests on our website.
Where can I find the official KET text?
The official Lithuanian Road Traffic Rules (KET) are published in the Republic of Lithuania Parliaments Legal Acts Information System (TAIS); the latest consolidated edition takes effect on 1 January 2026.