Studying Abroad: Lesson 2 - ニック先生の英会話コースと教材

Lesson 2: Getting to the city

ESL Course: English for Studying Abroad

An ESL guide to prepare you for your homestay. This is lesson 2 of a 10 lesson course.

Introduction

What are some ways of getting from an airport to a city?
Have you ever been on a shuttle bus?
If yes, where did the shuttle bus take you?

Vocabulary

shuttle	fare	one-way / single
round-trip / return	luggage rack	destination
curb	reservation	exact change
timetable	trolley	bus stand

Conversation

Maki:	Excuse me. Does this bus go to London Bridge?
Bus Driver 1:	No. You'll need the number 21 from stand 18A.
Maki:	Excuse me. Could you tell me where bus stand 18A is?
Airport Staff:	Certainly. It's at Terminal 2, across from the taxi rank.
Maki:	Oh, okay. Thank you. How do I get there?
Airport Staff:	Just follow those signs for Terminal 2.
Maki:	I see. Thank you.
	...
Maki:	Excuse me. Does this bus go to London Bridge?
Bus Driver 2:	No, this is the 21A. Wait for the 21B. It'll be here soon.
Maki:	Okay, thank you. How often does it run?
Bus Driver 2:	Every 20 minutes.
	...
Maki:	Excuse me. Is this the 21B for London Bridge?
Bus Driver 3:	Yes, it is.
Maki:	Great! I'd like a single ticket to London Bridge, then.
Bus Driver 3:	That'll be £7.50, please.
Maki:	Okay, here's £10.
Bus Driver 3:	Take your change from there, and put your suitcase on the luggage rack.
Maki:	Thank you. Oh, could you tell me when to get off?
Bus Driver 3:	Don't worry, you'll hear an announcement.
Maki:	Thank you!

What to Expect

Airports are huge, busy places, with a lot of taxis and buses. It can be difficult to find the bus you need so be prepared to get lost! Don't be afraid to ask for help, even from other travellers.

These days, it might not be possible to buy a ticket on a bus. Instead, you'll probably need to buy a ticket from a booking office within the airport's bus station. Try to role play a situation where you're looking for the place to buy a ticket.

You might be able to take a taxi or a train from the airport. Try to role play a situation where you need to get a taxi or find the right train. What problems might you encounter?

Next Lesson

English for Studying Abroad - Lesson 3