WHERE IS THE NEAREST BUS STATION?

In this topic, we learn how to ask for and understand directions to a place, especially the nearest bus station. We use simple vocabulary and basic grammar structures to help learners at A1 and A2 levels communicate in real-life situations.

Examples:

• Excuse me, where is the nearest bus station?

• Go straight and turn left. It’s next to the supermarket.

GRAMMAR

We use the present simple tense to ask and give directions.

Structures:

• Where is the [place]?

• It is near [place].

• Go straight / Turn left / Turn right.

Examples:

• Where is the nearest bus station?

• It is on Main Street.

• Go straight, then turn right.

VOCABULARY

1. Bus station – A place where buses stop to pick up and drop off passengers.

2. Near – Close to something.

3. Far – Not close.

4. Street – A road in a city or town.

5. Corner – The place where two streets meet.

6. Next to – Beside something.

7. Between – In the middle of two things.

8. Across from – On the other side of the street.

9. Turn – Change direction.

10. Go straight – Continue without turning.

USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• Excuse me, can you help me?

• Where is the nearest bus station?

• Is it far from here?

• Thank you very much!

• You’re welcome.

SENTENCES

Positive:

• The bus station is near the park.

• It is next to the bookstore.

Negative:

• The bus station is not far.

• It is not behind the bank.

Questions:

• Where is the nearest bus station?

• Is it near the hospital?

Answers:

• Yes, it’s near the hospital.

• No, it’s next to the school.

CONVERSATION

Anna: Excuse me, can you help me?

Tom: Sure, what do you need?

Anna: Where is the nearest bus station?

Tom: It’s on Park Street. Go straight and turn left at the bank. It’s next to the pharmacy.

Anna: Is it far from here?

Tom: No, it’s about five minutes away.

Anna: Thank you so much!

Tom: You’re welcome. Have a nice day!

READING

Maria is new in the city. She wants to visit her friend. She needs to take the bus. She walks to the main street and looks for the bus station. She asks a man, “Excuse me, where is the nearest bus station?” He says, “Go straight and turn right at the post office. The station is next to the coffee shop.” Maria finds it and takes the bus to her friend’s house.

Questions and Answers:

1. Who is new in the city? – Maria is new in the city.

2. What does she need? – She needs to find the bus station.

3. Where is the bus station? – It is next to the coffee shop.

4. Does Maria find the bus station? – Yes, she does.