The same goes if you’re using an electronic ticket: have it pulled up with the barcode ready on your phone.
If you’re with a lot of other people waiting to board, consider forming an orderly line. That way, no one has to push or shove to get on.
You might also want to bring along some hand sanitizer to use after you touch door handles or benches on the bus or train.
If there aren’t many people on the bus or train, look for seats that don’t have anyone else sitting nearby. If the bus or train is a little crowded, it’s fine to sit down next to a stranger.
Some buses and trains have special bike hooks that you can hang your bike on for the duration of your ride. If you’re standing near a pole, try not to lean on it. If you block it off, other passengers won’t be able to grab it to keep from falling over.
If you couldn’t grab a seat and you’re standing up, make sure your bag or backpack isn’t in the way of the aisle. You can hold it in front of you or keep it down near your feet if you need to.
If your pet is a service animal, they don’t have to be in a carrier. Make sure you have identification for them just in case you’re questioned by the driver.
Some buses and trains have priority seating near the front or the back. You can sit in these seats if you’d like to, but you have to give them up if an elderly, disabled, or pregnant person gets on the bus.
The same rules apply if you’re going to watch a video on your phone or tablet, too. Headphones or earbuds are a must!
Feel free to say thank you as you get off the bus, though! Bus drivers really appreciate that small act of kindness.
It’s totally fine to take a sip of water while you’re on a long train or bus ride. If you have any wrappers, save them in your pocket until you get to a trash can. Don’t litter on the bus or the train. Don’t smoke on the bus or train, either. Most public transportation agencies have banned this as well.
Sneezing or coughing into your hand can still spread germs. When you sneeze or cough into your hand and then touch a door handle or seat, it’s the same as if you just sneezed everywhere.
