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It's generally not possible to pay with cash on SL public transportation. However, you can use apps like SL's own app or Travis. You can also tap a payment card.

» Updated: 06 August 2024, 17:48

» Published: 18 May 2024

Swedish going by bus
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Common Phrases for Taking a Bus in Sweden.

At the Bus Stop

  • "När kommer nästa buss?" – When does the next bus arrive?
  • "Går den här bussen till [destination]?" – Does this bus go to [destination]?

Boarding the Bus

  • "Hej!" – Hi/Hello!
  • "Kan jag betala med kort?" – Can I pay with card?
  • "Kan jag blippa kortet?" – Can I tap my card?

On the Bus

  • "Ursäkta, är den här platsen ledig?" – Excuse me, is this seat free?
  • "Kan du säga till när vi är vid [destination]?" – Can you let me know when we are at [destination]?

Getting Off the Bus

  • "Stannar bussen vid [destination]?" – Does the bus stop at [destination]?
  • "Nästa hållplats, tack." – Next stop, please.

Additional Polite Phrases

"Tack!" – Thank you! "Ursäkta mig." – Excuse me.

Example Conversation

  • You: "Hej! En biljett till centrum, tack."
  • Driver: "Hej! Det blir 30 kronor."
  • You: "Kan jag betala med kort?"
  • Driver: "Ja, du kan blippa kortet här."
  • You: "Tack!"

(On the bus)

  • You: "Ursäkta, är den här platsen ledig?"
  • Passenger: "Ja, varsågod."

(Getting off the bus)

  • You: "Stannar bussen vid centralstationen?"
  • Driver: "Ja, vi är där om fem minuter."
  • You: "Tack!"

These phrases should help you navigate taking the bus in Sweden, including the option to pay by tapping your card.

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