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Transporte Terrestre - Public Transportation

Aquí aprenderá algunas palabras en inglés relacionadas con el transporte público, como "bus", "train" y "station".

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Words Related to Land Transportation
passenger vehicle
[Sustantivo]

a vehicle designed to transport people rather than goods

vehículo de pasajeros, automóvil

vehículo de pasajeros, automóvil

Ex: The city 's regulations required passenger vehicles to undergo regular inspections .
bus
[Sustantivo]

a large vehicle that carries many passengers by road

autobús, bus

autobús, bus

Ex: bus was full , so I had to stand for the entire journey .
bus rapid transit
[Sustantivo]

a fast and efficient public transportation system with dedicated lanes for buses, modern stations, and streamlined fare collection

transporte rápido en autobús, sistema de autobuses de tránsito rápido

transporte rápido en autobús, sistema de autobuses de tránsito rápido

Ex: Many cities around the world are investing bus rapid transit to improve urban transportation .
electric bus
[Sustantivo]

a public transportation vehicle powered by electricity, typically with batteries or overhead lines, emitting zero tailpipe emissions

autobús eléctrico, bus eléctrico

autobús eléctrico, bus eléctrico

Ex: Electric buses are gaining popularity worldwide due to their lower operational costs and environmental benefits .
omnibus
[Sustantivo]

a large public transportation vehicle designed to carry many passengers, typically a bus

ómnibus, autobús

ómnibus, autobús

minicoach
[Sustantivo]

a small bus designed to transport a small number of passengers, typically ranging from around 15 to 30 people

microbús, minibús

microbús, minibús

Ex: The tour group boarded minicoach for a guided excursion around the city .
minibus
[Sustantivo]

a small passenger-carrying vehicle that is larger than a typical car but smaller than a full-sized bus

minibús

minibús

Ex: The tour company offers guided city tours in a comfortable , minibus.
jitney
[Sustantivo]

a small bus or van that operates on a flexible route and often picks up passengers at irregular intervals

microbús, van de transporte

microbús, van de transporte

Ex: jitney driver announced each stop loudly for passengers .
streetcar
[Sustantivo]

a public transportation vehicle that runs on tracks embedded in city streets

tranvía, trolebús

tranvía, trolebús

trolleybus
[Sustantivo]

a bus that operates using electricity from overhead wires rather than an internal combustion engine

trolebús, autobús trolley

trolebús, autobús trolley

Ex: He rode trolleybus to work every day to avoid traffic congestion .
trackless trolley
[Sustantivo]

a trolleybus that operates without tracks, using rubber tires on regular roadways

autobús eléctrico sin rieles, trolebús sin rieles

autobús eléctrico sin rieles, trolebús sin rieles

Ex: trackless trolley stopped at each intersection to pick up passengers .
land train
[Sustantivo]

a road-going vehicle consisting of a series of connected trailers or carriages, often used for transporting passengers in tourist areas

tren turístico, tren de tierra

tren turístico, tren de tierra

Ex: land train's route was specially designed to showcase the town 's most famous landmarks .
airport bus
[Sustantivo]

a public transportation service that shuttles passengers between an airport and designated locations

autobús del aeropuerto, autobús aéreo

autobús del aeropuerto, autobús aéreo

single-decker
[Sustantivo]

a type of bus that has only one floor

autobús de un piso

autobús de un piso

double-decker
[Sustantivo]

a vehicle such as a bus, train, or ship with two levels on top of one another, providing additional seating capacity

autobús de dos pisos

autobús de dos pisos

Ex: Double-decker airplanes are used for long-haul flights , accommodating more passengers and offering additional amenities .

a temporary bus service replacing trains on a route due to maintenance or disruptions

servicio de autobús de reemplazo de tren, servicio de autobús sustituto de ferrocarril

servicio de autobús de reemplazo de tren, servicio de autobús sustituto de ferrocarril

Ex: Engineering works mean there will be rail replacement bus service operating between major stations next Saturday and Sunday .
cycle rickshaw
[Sustantivo]

a small passenger vehicle pulled by a bicycle, commonly used in densely populated urban areas

rickshaw de pedal, bicitaxi

rickshaw de pedal, bicitaxi

Ex: cycle rickshaw driver pedaled steadily through the crowded streets .
autorickshaw
[Sustantivo]

a three-wheeled, motorized vehicle used for public transportation in many countries, especially in South and Southeast Asia

mototaxi, auto rickshaw

mototaxi, auto rickshaw

Ex: autorickshaw's colorful decorations and bright lights made it stand out among the other vehicles on the road .
train
[Sustantivo]

a series of connected carriages that travel on a railroad, often pulled by a locomotive

tren

tren

Ex: train traveled through beautiful countryside .

a type of railway operation where trains run directly on urban streets shared with road traffic

tren de vía urbana, tren corredor urbano

tren de vía urbana, tren corredor urbano

Ex: Pedestrians must be cautious when crossing streets with street running train nearby .
subway
[Sustantivo]

an underground railroad system, typically in a big city

metro

metro

Ex: There are designated seats for elderly and pregnant passengers on subway.
metro
[Sustantivo]

an underground railway system designed for public transportation within a city

metro

metro

Ex: metro was crowded during the morning rush hour .
transit
[Sustantivo]

the transfer of people on a public transportation vehicle

tránsito

tránsito

mass transit
[Sustantivo]

public transportation systems designed to move large numbers of people efficiently, typically including buses, trains, subways, and light rail

transporte masivo, transporte público

transporte masivo, transporte público

Ex: High-speed trains are becoming increasingly popular as a sustainable form mass transit.
rapid transit
[Sustantivo]

a high-capacity public transportation system designed for fast, efficient travel within urban areas, such as subways or elevated trains

transporte rápido, transporte de alta velocidad

transporte rápido, transporte de alta velocidad

Ex: rapid transit station was crowded with passengers during peak times .
light rail transit
[Sustantivo]

a form of urban passenger transportation with electrically powered trains on dedicated tracks, featuring smaller vehicles and shorter trains than heavy rail systems

tranvía, ferrocarril ligero

tranvía, ferrocarril ligero

Ex: Plans are underway to expand light rail transit system in Minneapolis .
park and ride
[Sustantivo]

a facility where people can park their cars and then use public transportation

aparcar y montar, estacionamiento y transporte público

aparcar y montar, estacionamiento y transporte público

Ex: The effectiveness of park and ride setup depends on its location and accessibility to public transit routes .
route
[Sustantivo]

a fixed way between two places, along which a bus, plane, ship, etc. regularly travels

recorrido

recorrido

Ex: The cruise ship followed route along the Mediterranean coast .
bus lane
[Sustantivo]

a special lane on a road only for buses, allowing them to move faster and more easily through traffic

carril bus, carril exclusivo para autobuses

carril bus, carril exclusivo para autobuses

Ex: Cyclists sometimes use bus lane.
transitway
[Sustantivo]

a dedicated route or corridor reserved exclusively for public transportation vehicles

vía de tránsito, carril bus

vía de tránsito, carril bus

Ex: Transitways are crucial in cities aiming to improve public transit and reduce car dependency .
express
[Sustantivo]

a train or bus that travels more quickly than usual because it only makes a few stops

rápido (tren o autobús)

rápido (tren o autobús)

shuttle
[Sustantivo]

a means of transportation that frequently travels between two places

servicio de enlace

servicio de enlace

local
[Sustantivo]

a bus, train, etc. that makes all or most of the regular stops, allowing people to get on or off

local

local

through
[Adjetivo]

of a public transportation route that connects two distant points without requiring a transfer

directo, sin transbordo

directo, sin transbordo

Ex: through route was popular among commuters for its reliability .
nonstop
[Adjetivo]

(of a flight, train, journey etc.) having or making no stops

directo

directo

Ex: They completed nonstop drive across the country without taking any long breaks .
connection
[Sustantivo]

a means of transportation that is used by a passenger after getting off a previous one to continue their journey

conexión

conexión

departure
[Sustantivo]

the act of leaving, usually to begin a journey

salida

salida

Ex: He packed his bags in anticipation of departure for the backpacking trip .
stop
[Sustantivo]

a place where a train or bus usually stops for passengers to get on or off

parada, estación

parada, estación

bus station
[Sustantivo]

a place where multiple buses begin and end their journeys, particularly a journey between towns or cites

estación de autobuses, terminal de autobuses

estación de autobuses, terminal de autobuses

Ex: After missing her bus , she decided to wait at bus station for the next one to arrive .
bus stop
[Sustantivo]

a place at the side of a road that is usually marked with a sign, where buses regularly stop for passengers

parada de autobús

parada de autobús

Ex: They decided to walk to the bus stop, hoping it would be less busy than the one they were at .
request stop
[Sustantivo]

a type of public transport where passengers must signal the driver if they want the vehicle to stop at a particular point along the route

parada a demanda, parada solicitada

parada a demanda, parada solicitada

Ex: Tourists might request stops confusing since they have to notify the driver to stop .
terminus
[Sustantivo]

the last stop of a transportation line or route

estación terminal

estación terminal

Ex: Located on the waterfront , the pier serves as terminus for the ferry .
terminal
[Sustantivo]

a building where trains, buses, planes, or ships start or finish their journey

terminal

terminal

Ex: A taxi stand is located just outside terminal.
station
[Sustantivo]

a place or building where we can get on or off a train or bus

estación

estación

Ex: I arrived early at station to make sure I did n't miss my train .
depot
[Sustantivo]

a small place where transport vehicles, such as buses or trains, stop to unload their passengers and content

terminal

terminal

rush hour
[Sustantivo]

a time of day at which traffic is the heaviest because people are leaving for work or home

hora pico, hora punta

hora pico, hora punta

Ex: She planned her errands rush hour to avoid getting stuck in traffic .
peak hour
[Sustantivo]

the time period during which the highest volume of traffic or activity occurs

hora pico, horario punta

hora pico, horario punta

schedule
[Sustantivo]

a list or chart that shows the times at which trains, buses, planes, etc. leave and arrive

horario

horario

timetable
[Sustantivo]

a list or chart that shows the departure and arrival times of trains, buses, airplanes, etc.

horario, tablón de horarios

horario, tablón de horarios

Ex: timetable lists all available bus routes in the city .
ticket office
[Sustantivo]

a physical location, usually at a transportation station or venue, where tickets for transportation services or events are sold or issued

taquilla, oficina de boletos

taquilla, oficina de boletos

Ex: ticket office was busy as everyone tried to get their boarding passes .
ticket
[Sustantivo]

a piece of paper or card that shows you can do or get something, like ride on a bus or attend an event

billete

billete

Ex: They checked tickets at the entrance of the stadium .
E-ticket
[Sustantivo]

an online ticket that can be received electronically instead of a paper ticket

billete electrónico

billete electrónico

Ex: He scanned E-ticket at the airport for quick boarding .
transfer
[Sustantivo]

a ticket with which a passenger can continue their journey on another means of transportation

billete de correspondencia

billete de correspondencia

season ticket
[Sustantivo]

a ticket that allows entry to multiple events, games, or transport services during a set period, often at a discounted price

abono de temporada, pase de temporada

abono de temporada, pase de temporada

Ex: He proudly showed season ticket at the concert venue entrance .
bus pass
[Sustantivo]

a card or ticket allowing unlimited or specific rides on buses within a defined period

abono de autobús, pase de autobús

abono de autobús, pase de autobús

Ex: Do n't forget to renew bus pass before the end of the month to avoid any inconvenience .
one-way
[Adjetivo]

permitting travel to a place without return

de ida, solo de ida

de ida, solo de ida

Ex: They embarked on one-way road trip across the country .
hold-up
[Sustantivo]

a delay or obstruction that prevents progress or causes a situation to be temporarily halted

retraso, obstrucción

retraso, obstrucción

Ex: hold-up in the supply chain has led to a shortage of key components for the manufacturing process .
dwell time
[Sustantivo]

the period a vehicle, such as a bus or train, remains stationary at a stop to allow passengers to board and alight

tiempo de permanencia, tiempo de detención

tiempo de permanencia, tiempo de detención

Ex: Accurate data dwell time can aid in optimizing transit operations and scheduling .
drive-time
[Adjetivo]

designed or scheduled to occur during peak commuting hours when traffic is heaviest

horario de máxima afluencia, horario de tráfico

horario de máxima afluencia, horario de tráfico

Ex: drive-time menu at the café featured quick and portable breakfast options ideal for commuters grabbing a bite on their way to work .
level of service
[Sustantivo]

the quality and quantity of service provided to users, typically measured in terms of performance indicators such as speed, reliability, and accessibility

nivel de servicio, grado de servicio

nivel de servicio, grado de servicio

Ex: The car rental agencylevel of service declined after it switched to a new reservation system , causing long wait times at pick-up .
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