Riding the Bus

No car? No problem!

There are plenty of ways to get around. Most cities and towns have an efficient mass transit system; that is, they have buses or trains to get you where you need to go.

Often, you may need to take a bus to the train station. Sometimes it can be complicated to figure out which bus or train will take you where, but there is help!

Most cities have a special department just to provide that information. You can call the transit company to ask.

When you call the company, you will need to tell them where you are and where you need to go. You can also ask if you need exact change for the bus. Drivers usually can’t accept cash.

Transit Office: Good afternoon. Unionville Transit System. This is Stanley speaking.

Commuter: Hi. I need some travel information. I need to go to 52nd Street and Broadway. I live on 8th Street, near Fifth Avenue.

Transit Office: Well, you can take the B12 bus to Mercer Street. Then you’ll have to catch the B9. You can take the subway, too.

Commuter: I live near a bus stop, so I prefer to take the bus. What time does it come?

Transit Office: The buses run about every 15 minutes. Bus schedules are posted at the bus stop. You can also check our website.

Commuter: How much does it cost?

Transit Office: You’ll need $2 in change. The driver won’t take dollar bills, and he won’t give you change. Make sure you have exact change.

Commuter: Okay. Thanks for the help. Have a good day.