What do you say to a bus driver?
What do you say to a bus driver? Hello or Good morning/afternoon, and Thank You on the way out - it's generally a thankless job, and it never hurts to recognise someone. You just might really make a difference to their whole day! Do bus drivers care when people say thank you?
Do people say thank you to bus drivers in London?
London is famous for its frostiness – so much so that lots of people feel silly saying 'hello' and 'thank you' to bus drivers in the capital. But it turns out that we should be greeting our dedicated drivers, with a new survey revealing they're happier when passengers are nicer to them.
What is bus etiquette?
Public Transportation Etiquette Offer your seat to elderly or disabled passengers. If the train or bus is crowded, make sure you leave room for people to move around you. Avoid using the phone as much as possible. If you do talk on the phone, try to keep conversations brief and speak quietly.
Do you greet the bus driver?
A small survey of 77 drivers suggested a greeting from a passenger was meaningful to them, the researchers said. Of 116 passengers questioned at a bus station, 84% said they believed engaging with the driver had a positive impact, according to the findings.
Should a bus driver wait for you to sit down?
You know you are riding on a bus as a passenger, and should make sure you can grab something to steady yourself as you try to find a seat. The driver is expected not to wait until passengers are all seated before starting up again!
How many times a day does a bus driver get thanked?
They are thanked roughly five times more than any other profession, with drivers saying it is one of the best things about their job. Some 40% of them are thanked more than 50 times a day, which an overwhelming majority said positively impacts their wellbeing.
How can I be respectful on a bus?
- 1.) Let passengers exit first. ...
- 2.) Give up your seat if necessary. ...
- 3.) Only take up the space you need. ...
- 4.) Be prepared to board. ...
- 5.) Keep your business to yourself. ...
- 6.) Respect transit staff. ...
- 7.) Respect the property. ...
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