What do you say to a bus driver when you get on the bus?


What do you say to a bus driver when you get on the bus? Bus drivers tend to appreciate the passengers who get on the bus with their pass or correct money ready or at least know where they want to be so that you can tell them the correct fare. A quick hello or morning / afternoon will be fine when boarding and any version of thank you when getting off.


How do drivers say thank you?

You don't want to distract yourself or the other driver while you wave your arm and mouth Thank you. I usually just raise my fingers a bit and give a little wave while keeping most of my hand on the steering wheel.


Do we say go by bus or in a bus?

The answer is both are correct; to travel on a bus and to travel by bus mean the same thing. No matter which term is used, it simply implies that a person is using a bus to get from one place to another. However, the use of the preposition 'on' in to travel on a bus sounds more natural in English than to travel by bus.


What is the professional word for bus driver?

A bus driver, bus operator, or bus captain is a person who drives buses for a living.


Do we get in a bus or on a bus?

The answer is “on”! We get on or get onto a bus, train, subway, airplane, bicycle, and motorcycle. But we get in or get into a car, truck, or taxi. So use get on for mass public transportation, like buses and trains, as well as bicycles and motorcycles, where you are sitting on a seat but not in an enclosed space.


Do you tell the bus driver where you want to go?

Tell the bus driver where you are going and whether you need a transfer and/or a change card. Transfers are only issued when you pay your fare. If you have any questions for the driver, please ask them when you board the bus.


Should you say hello to bus driver?

Passengers who greet bus drivers as they embark or disembark have a small positive impact on drivers' wellbeing, a survey has suggested. A pilot in Hammersmith saw stickers put on some buses to encourage people to say hello or thank you to the driver.


Why do we say get on the bus?

The preposition “on” is used when we are referring to a wide/big vehicle where we can walk inside of it (e.g bus, train, airplane. etc.). On the other hand, the preposition “in” is used when we are referring to a vehicle which is narrow (car, ambulance, etc.).


How can I make my bus driver happy?

Provide free meals. Bus drivers work long hours and must ensure that their passengers are comfortable and safe during the trip. Providing your charter bus driver employees with free meals from time to time shows your appreciation to them for their hard work.


Is it correct to say take a bus?

This very similar question may be helpful. If there is a difference, 'take the bus' means 'my usual bus' - 'I take the bus (that is, a specific bus) to work every morning', and 'take a bus means 'any bus' - 'To get from here to Central Station, take a bus (that is, any bus) along George St'.


How do you ask a bus driver to stop?

If the bus has a stop button, use it. Sometimes you have to pull a cord (usually around and above the windows) or press on a rubbery strip to do the same thing. Watch the other passengers and look around the bus. If there's no such device, or the bell doesn't work, speak up.


What do I say when getting on a bus?

Tell the driver where you would like to go. The driver will tell you how much you need to pay and give you a ticket. You can also use your bus pass if you have one (see 4. above).


Do bus drivers like it when people say thank you?

There are those who think saying “Thanks” to your bus driver is ridiculous. And perhaps hearing the word all day starts being monotonous and annoying for some drivers. Others see it as a polite thing to do, especially it's heartfelt. Regardless, it happens, and people do notice it.