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城际大巴Intercity Bus

乘坐 Greyhound 等城际大巴的购票、候车和乘车全流程 This scene includes 22 dialogue turns across 2 conversation paths, helping you practice with 车站工作人员.

Transport · 交通22 phrasesBasic 基础Intermediate 进阶

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Booking & Waiting · 购票候车

basic
You

Hi, I'd like to buy a ticket to Boston. What's the next departure?

你好,我想买一张去波士顿的票。最近一班是什么时候?

The next bus to Boston leaves at 2:30 PM — that's in about an hour. It's a direct service, no transfers. The ride is approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes. One way or round trip?

下一班去波士顿的2点30分出发——大约一小时后。直达车,不用换乘。车程大约4小时15分钟。单程还是往返?

You

One way, please. How much is it? And do you have different seat classes?

单程。多少钱?有不同的座位等级吗?

We have Economy at $35 and Economy Extra at $52. Economy Extra gets you extra legroom, a guaranteed power outlet, and priority boarding. Both have free Wi-Fi and a restroom on board.

经济座35美元,经济加宽座52美元。加宽座有更大的腿部空间、保证有电源插座和优先登车。两种都有免费Wi-Fi和车上卫生间。

You

I'll take Economy Extra — four hours is a long ride. Can I pick my seat?

我要经济加宽座——四小时挺长的。能选座位吗?

Seats are first come, first served, but with Economy Extra you board first, so you'll have your pick. I'd recommend getting in line about 15 minutes before departure. The boarding gate is Gate 7.

座位是先到先得的,但经济加宽座优先上车,所以你可以先选。建议出发前15分钟开始排队。登车口在7号门。

You

Got it. Where can I wait? Is there a waiting area with seating?

明白了。在哪里等车?有候车区和座位吗?

The main waiting area is right behind you — plenty of seats. There are also vending machines and a coffee shop on the left. Restrooms are down the hall. We'll announce boarding on the PA system about 10 minutes before departure.

候车大厅就在你身后——座位很多。左边有自动售货机和一家咖啡店。卫生间在走廊尽头。出发前10分钟我们会在广播里通知登车。

You

One more question — how much luggage can I bring?

再问一个问题——能带多少行李?

You can bring one personal item on board — like a backpack — and one checked bag that goes underneath for free. Each additional checked bag is $20. Maximum weight is 50 pounds per bag.

车上可以带一件随身物品——比如背包——还有一件免费托运行李放在车底。每件额外托运行李20美元。每件最大重量50磅(约23公斤)。

You

That works. I just have a backpack and one suitcase. Thank you — I'll head to the waiting area.

够了。我就一个背包和一个行李箱。谢谢——我去候车区了。

On the Bus · 车上沟通

intermediate

Good afternoon, everyone. Welcome aboard the 2:30 service to Boston. The estimated arrival time is 6:45 PM. We'll make one rest stop in about two hours at the Hartford service plaza. The restroom is at the rear of the bus. Please keep your belongings with you at all times.

大家下午好。欢迎乘坐2:30去波士顿的班车。预计到达时间6:45 PM。大约两小时后我们会在哈特福德服务区停靠一次。卫生间在车尾。请随时保管好个人物品。

You

Excuse me, is this seat taken? I have an Economy Extra ticket.

不好意思,这个座位有人吗?我是经济加宽座的票。

No, it's free. Go ahead. Are you heading to Boston too? The seats in this section recline a bit more — just push the button on the armrest.

没有人,坐吧。你也去波士顿吗?这个区域的座位可以多倾斜一些——按扶手上的按钮就行。

You

Thanks! Yes, Boston. Is the Wi-Fi password posted somewhere? I can't seem to connect.

谢谢!对,去波士顿。Wi-Fi 密码贴在哪里了?我好像连不上。

There's no password — just connect to 'GreyhoundWiFi' and accept the terms in your browser. It's a bit slow for streaming, but fine for messaging and email.

没有密码——连上'GreyhoundWiFi'然后在浏览器里接受条款就行。看视频可能有点慢,但发消息和邮件没问题。

You

Got it, thanks. How long is the rest stop usually? I want to grab some food.

明白了,谢谢。休息站一般停多久?我想买点吃的。

Usually about 15 to 20 minutes. There's a food court at the Hartford plaza — McDonald's and Subway, I think. Just don't wander too far. The driver won't wait if you're late.

一般15到20分钟。哈特福德服务区有美食广场——好像有麦当劳和赛百味。别走太远。迟到了司机不会等你的。

You

Good to know! I'll set an alarm. By the way, do you know if the bus stops near the city center in Boston, or do I need to take another ride?

谢谢提醒!我设个闹钟。对了,巴士在波士顿市中心附近停吗?还是需要再转车?

The bus station is South Station — right in downtown Boston. It's connected to the subway, so you can transfer to the Red Line or Silver Line from there. Very convenient, actually.

巴士站是南站——就在波士顿市中心。连着地铁,可以从那里转红线或银线。其实很方便。

You

That's great. Thank you so much — you've been really helpful!

太好了。非常感谢——你帮了大忙!

No problem! If it's your first time in Boston, I'd recommend the Freedom Trail — it's a walking tour through the historic sites. Have a great trip!

不客气!如果是第一次去波士顿,推荐自由之路——步行游览历史景点。旅途愉快!

Key Phrases · 关键短语

departure

出发

direct service

直达车

no transfers

不用换乘

one way or round trip

单程还是往返

Economy Extra

经济加宽座

legroom

腿部空间

power outlet

电源插座

priority boarding

优先登车

restroom on board

车上卫生间

first come, first served

先到先得

boarding gate

登车口

get in line

排队

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FAQ · 常见问题

What do you say when "intercity bus" in English?
You can start with: "Hi, I'd like to buy a ticket to Boston. What's the next departure?" (你好,我想买一张去波士顿的票。最近一班是什么时候?).
What will staff/locals say to you during "intercity bus"?
You may hear: "The next bus to Boston leaves at 2:30 PM — that's in about an hour. It's a direct service, no transfers. The ride is approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes. One way or round trip?" (下一班去波士顿的2点30分出发——大约一小时后。直达车,不用换乘。车程大约4小时15分钟。单程还是往返?).
How many English phrases are in this "Intercity Bus" scene?
This scene contains 22 dialogue turns across 2 conversation flows, covering booking & waiting, on the bus.

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