Asking the Bus Driver: what to say in English
Confirm Route Before Boarding
Excuse me, does this bus go to Main Street Station? I'm not sure I'm on the right one.
Ask if the bus goes to your stop.
Hi, which bus do I take to get to the university? Is it this one or the 99?
Ask which bus goes to your destination.
Do I need to transfer anywhere, or is it a direct route?
Ask if you need to change buses.
Ask About Getting Off
Could you let me know when we get to City Hall? I'm not familiar with this area.
Request a reminder for your stop.
How many stops until the mall? I want to make sure I don't miss it.
Ask how many stops until your destination.
Paying and Exiting
Do I tap my card here, or do I need exact change?
Ask about payment method on the bus.
I need to get off at the next stop, please! Can you open the back door?
Request to open the back door to exit.
Thanks, driver! Have a good night.
Thank the driver when leaving.
Key words
transfer
change buses
direct route
non-stop route
exact change
exact money, no change given
bus stop
place where buses stop
fare
cost of the bus ride
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