How to Ride a Bus
Bus Stops
There are large bus terminals at major stations and airports, as well as bus stops on the main roads.
Bus Timetable
Check the times by looking at the bus route number and weekdays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
Check the Destination
Check the destinations and route numbers displayed on the front and sides of the bus (A/B), and board the bus.
Position to Get on and off
A typical bus has two getting on and off positions (C and D).
In Tokyo, Kanagawa, Chiba, and Nagoya, it is common to get on from the front (C) and get off from the back (D).
In-Car Announcement
The name of each bus stop will be announced in the car.
When the name of the stop to get off the bus is announced, press the button to let the conductor know that you are willing to get off.
Payment of the Boarding Fee
You pay by cash or IC card.
The timing of payment depends on the region and route.
In the Tokyo metropolitan area and Nagoya, you pay when you get on the train, and in Kansai and other areas, you often pay when you get off the train.
Fares are often flat in urban areas, but are generally based on distance.
In that case, check the fare on the fare table on the display in front of the car. Check the fare by comparing it with the number printed on the numbered ticket obtained at the time of boarding.