Some of these phrases will be necessary if you are travelling by bus or train. Also included are the signs you might see at stations.
At the bus or train station Where's the ticket office? Where are the ticket machines?
What time's the next bus to …? Camden What time's the next train to …? Leeds
Can I buy a ticket on the bus? Can I buy a ticket on the train?
How much is a … to London? single return first class single first class return
I'd like a … to Bristol single return child single child return senior citizens' single senior citizens' return first class single first class return
Are there any reductions for off-peak travel?
When would you like to travel? When will you be coming back?
I'd like a return to …, coming back on Sunday Newcastle
Which platform do I need for …? Manchester Is this the right platform for …? Cardiff
Where do I change for …? Exeter You'll need to change at … Reading
Can I have a timetable, please?
How often do buses run to …? Bournemouth How often do trains run to …? Coventry
I'd like to renew my season ticket, please
The next train to arrive at Platform 2 is the 16.35 to Doncaster Platform 11 for the 10.22 to Guildford The next train to depart from Platform 5 will be the 18.03 service to Penzance
The train's running late The train's been cancelled
On the bus or train Does this bus stop at …? Trafalgar Square Does this train stop at …? Leicester
Could I put this in the hold, please?
Could you tell me when we get to …? the university Could you please stop at …? the airport
Is this seat free? Is this seat taken? Do you mind if I sit here?
Tickets, please All tickets and railcards, please Could I see your ticket, please?
What time do we arrive in …? Sheffield
What's this stop? What's the next stop?
This is my stop I'm getting off here
Is there a buffet car on the train?
Do you mind if I open the window?
We are now approaching London Kings Cross This train terminates here All change, please Please take all your luggage and personal belongings with you
Passengers travelling on the London Underground The Tube (the London Underground) Could you tell me where the nearest Tube station is?
Where's there a map of the Underground? Over there
Which line do I need for Camden Town?
How many stops is it to …? Westminster
I'd like a Day Travelcard, please Which zones? Zones 1-2
I'd like an Oyster card, please (prepaid card for travelling on public transport in London)I'd like to put £10 on it
Things you might see Tickets Platform Waiting room Left luggage Lost property
On time Expected Delayed Cancelled Calling at ...
Priority seat (a seat which should be offered to those less able to stand such as pregnant women, the elderly, or the disabled)
To trains Trains to London Way out
Northbound platform Eastbound platform Southbound platform Westbound platform
