Public Transport
6 questions
How to use the metro in an unfamiliar city?
•Download an offline metro map in advance (apps Metro, CityMapper).
•Buy a travel pass for several days (usually more cost-effective).
•Watch the direction (the final station is indicated on the platform).
•Rush hours: 7:30-9:00 and 17:30-19:00 — crowding.
•Google/Apple Maps build routes considering the metro in most cities.
•Stand on the right side of the escalator.
What apps help with transportation?
Routes: Google Maps (versatile), CityMapper (detailed in large cities), Moovit (public transport). Taxis: Uber (international), local ones (Bolt, Grab, Gojek). Trains: Rail Europe, Trainline (Europe), China Railway (China). Buses: FlixBus (Europe), 12Go (Asia). Rome2Rio — compare all types of transport.
Public Transport: how to buy tickets and travel passes?
Start with a plan on the topic "Public Transport": dates, budget, priorities (what is mandatory, what is optional). Then book critical items in advance.
Public Transport: how to navigate routes and transfers?
Practice for "Public Transport": make a list of documents and deadlines (visa, insurance, reservation, vaccinations). This prevents 90% of problems.
Public Transport: how to avoid fines for fare evasion?
Answer for "Public Transport": use the 70/30 rule — fix 70% of the route, leave 30% for spontaneity and rest.
Public Transport: what to do during strikes and disruptions?
For "Public Transport" it is useful to have: 2–3 alternatives (flights/hotels/route) in case of disruptions. Plan B saves nerves.