Bus Shelter Poster Advertising Printing
Bus shelter posters—also known as transit shelter ads or Adshel posters—are high-impact out-of-home (OOH) advertising formats placed inside illuminated bus stop frames.
At Image Square Printing, we produce museum-grade, weather-resistant bus shelter posters designed for maximum visibility in high-traffic urban environments like Los Angeles, Santa Monica, and Culver City.
These posters are ideal for:
- Brand awareness campaigns
- Retail promotions
- Political advertising
- Event marketing
- Franchise location launches
- Citywide OOH campaigns
Standard Bus Shelter Poster Sizes
We print to industry-standard specifications:
- 6-Sheet Standard: 47” × 70” (approx. 1200mm × 1800mm)
- Visible Area: 46” × 67”
- Bleed Area: ~0.5” all sides (varies by city)
- Orientation: Portrait
Note: Compatible with most U.S. transit shelter frames.
Printing Quality & Materials
Our bus shelter posters are engineered for outdoor durability:
- UV-cured full-color printing
- Backlit or non-backlit options
- Weather-resistant coated stock
- High-density ink for night visibility
- Optional lamination for extended campaigns
Designed for:
- 24/7 exposure
- High pedestrian dwell time
- Long-distance + close-up readability
Why Bus Shelter Ads Work
Bus shelter advertising is one of the most effective OOH formats because:
- Eye-level placement increases attention
- 5–15 minute dwell time improves message retention
- Repeated daily exposure builds strong recall
- Works in high-density urban corridors
- Cannot be blocked like digital ads
Design Guidelines
To ensure perfect output:
- Use 300 DPI at final size (or 100–150 DPI scaled)
- Keep text large and minimal (7–10 words ideal)
- Avoid thin fonts under 10pt equivalent
- Use high contrast colors
- Keep important content inside safe zone (frame overlap)
- Embed QR codes with high contrast
Turnaround & Service Area
We serve:
- Los Angeles
- Santa Monica
- Culver City
- Greater Southern California
Fast production options available for:
- Campaign launches
- Media buys
- Emergency reprints
Use Cases
- Retail store openings
- Real estate launches
- Film & entertainment promotions
- Sports events & arenas
- Government / public campaigns
- Transportation authority placements
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a bus shelter poster?
A bus shelter poster is a standardized 6-sheet advertisement placed inside transit shelter frames to target pedestrians and commuters at street level.
What size is a bus shelter ad?
The standard size is approximately 47” × 70”, also known as a 6-sheet poster.
What material is used for bus shelter posters?
We use UV-printed, weather-resistant poster stock designed for outdoor durability and optional backlighting.
How long do bus shelter ads run?
Most campaigns run in 2–4 week cycles depending on the media buyer and location.
Do you provide custom design?
Yes, we can assist with layout optimization specifically for transit shelter visibility and print requirements.
