Land Transportation - Public Transportation

Here you will learn some English words related to public transportation such as "bus", "train", and "station."

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Land Transportation

a vehicle designed to transport people rather than goods

Ex: They parked their passenger vehicle in the designated area at the airport .
bus [noun]

a large vehicle that carries many passengers by road

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

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

Ex: Passengers on the electric bus enjoyed a quieter ride compared to traditional diesel-powered vehicles .
omnibus [noun]

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

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

Ex: The school arranged for a minicoach to transport the students to the museum for their field trip .
minibus [noun]

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

Ex: The school hired a minibus to transport students on their field trip to the science museum .
jitney [noun]

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

Ex: They used a jitney to shuttle guests between the hotel and the wedding venue .

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

Ex: The streetcar system expanded to cover more neighborhoods .

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

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

Ex: He admired the efficiency of the trackless trolley system .

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

Ex: The local park introduced a new land train service to make it easier for families to explore the extensive grounds .

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

Ex: The airport bus service operates 24 hours a day for travelers ' convenience .

a type of bus that has only one floor

Ex: The children were excited to board the single-decker for their school trip .

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

Ex: The double-decker train was packed with commuters during rush hour , utilizing space efficiently .

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

Ex: The train service is suspended today ; please take the rail replacement bus service from here to your destination .

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

Ex: He hired a cycle rickshaw to explore the bustling market .

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

Ex: The autorickshaw sputtered to a stop outside the train station , its engine overheated .
train [noun]

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

Ex: He prefers traveling by train because it ’s more relaxing than driving .

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

Ex: Residents appreciate the convenience of the street running train for commuting .
subway [noun]

an underground railroad system, typically in a big city

Ex: The subway map helped me navigate the different lines .
metro [noun]

an underground railway system designed for public transportation within a city

Ex: The metro is an eco-friendly alternative to driving a car in the city .
transit [noun]

the transfer of people on a public transportation vehicle

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

Ex: The government is investing in expanding the light rail as part of its mass transit initiative .

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

Ex: He used the rapid transit system to attend meetings downtown .

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

Ex: The light rail transit system in San Diego is widely used by commuters .

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

Ex: Many cities around the world have implemented park and ride schemes to promote sustainable transportation options .
route [noun]

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

Ex: The bus followed its usual route despite the heavy snow .
bus lane [noun]

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

Ex: He got a ticket for using the bus lane illegally .

a dedicated route or corridor reserved exclusively for public transportation vehicles

Ex: The transitway features dedicated lanes and priority signals to ensure faster travel for buses .
express [noun]

a public transport service, such as a train or bus, that travels quickly by making only a few scheduled stops

Ex: Passengers preferred the express for its speed and convenience .
shuttle [noun]

a means of transportation that frequently travels between two places

Ex: A ferry shuttle transports tourists between the island and the mainland .
local [noun]

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

through [adjective]

(of public transport or ticket) continuing to the end point without requiring change

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nonstop [adjective]

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

Ex: They completed a nonstop drive across the country without taking any long breaks .

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

the act of leaving, usually to begin a journey

Ex: The departure of the ship from the harbor marked the beginning of their cruise vacation .
stop [noun]

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

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

Ex: He bought a ticket at the bus station for a trip that would take him across the country .
bus stop [noun]

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

Ex: He always checks the bus schedule at the bus stop to ensure he does n't miss his ride .

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

Ex: Request stops help buses and trains stick to schedules in less populated areas .
terminus [noun]

the last stop of a transportation line or route

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

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

Ex: There were shops and restaurants inside the terminal for passengers to enjoy .
station [noun]

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

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depot [noun]

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

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

Ex: The local news reported on the construction project affecting rush hour traffic patterns .

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

Ex: Public transportation systems are usually more crowded and run more frequently during peak hour .
schedule [noun]

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

Ex: The bus schedule indicated that the next bus would arrive in 15 minutes .

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

Ex: He missed his train because he did n’t look at the timetable carefully .

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

Ex: He stood in line at the ticket office to purchase his concert tickets .
ticket [noun]

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

Ex: The flight attendant scanned my electronic ticket before I boarded the plane .
E-ticket [noun]

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

Ex: With an E-ticket , there is no need to print a physical copy for entry .
transfer [noun]

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

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

Ex: They renewed their season ticket for access to the local swimming pool .
bus pass [noun]

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

Ex: Buying a monthly bus pass is often cheaper than paying for individual bus tickets every day .
one-way [adjective]

permitting travel to a place without return

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hold-up [noun]

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

Ex: The meeting experienced a hold-up because the keynote speaker 's flight was delayed .

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

Ex: Passengers ' boarding and alighting speed significantly influences the dwell time at each stop .
drive-time [adjective]

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

Ex: His drive-time commute from the suburbs to downtown often tested his patience due to heavy traffic congestion on the highway .

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

Ex: As a commuter , I rely heavily on the subway 's level of service ; delays and overcrowding can significantly impact my daily schedule .