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I'm on a bus vs I'm in a bus

Both "I'm on a bus" and "I'm in a bus" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "I'm on a bus" is used to indicate that you are physically on the bus, while "I'm in a bus" is used to indicate that you are inside the bus.

Last updated: March 17, 2024 • 9763 views

I'm on a bus

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate that you are physically on the bus.

Use this phrase when you want to express that you are physically on the bus, such as standing or sitting on it.

Examples:

  • I'm on a bus heading downtown.
  • She's on a bus traveling to the airport.
  • Aug 14, 2022 ... I'm on a bus usually refers to the speaker's transportation has begun.
  • Jul 14, 2017 ... I'm on a bus. The cell service is really bad. Expresses that while you are on a bus, it doesn't matter which bus or route, just that ...
  • Feb 25, 2021 ... I'm on a bus that refuses to stop, and I don't know where I am! Series. Okay. I'll admit it. I'm an idiot. I fell asleep on the bus like a ...
  • Nov 7, 2017 ... Look! I'm on a bus! Thanks @country.104 ----- You have no idea how awesome I think this is! (PS @megpatrickmusic looks way better than me!)
  • Mar 15, 2024 ... This issue only occurs when I'm on a bus that is moving. Particularly noticeable lag in games but also lagging in the UI.
  • Jan 20, 2023 ... ... I'm on a bus with dozens of people who are full of frustration and I feel the need to join; which I eventually end up doing half the way to ...
  • May 16, 2014 ... If I'm sitting/standing inside a bus who may or may not have a top, what should I say as per BrE: I'm on a bus or I'm in a bus. Or can I say ...
  • Oct 9, 2015 ... When I'm on a bus, I prefer a wide berth of space. It's nothing personal.
  • Aug 29, 2020 ... 401 likes, 12 comments - sadiqsamani on August 29, 2020: "At this time every year I'm on a bus traveling from Reno to Black Rock City.

Alternatives:

  • I'm riding a bus
  • I'm taking a bus
  • I'm traveling by bus
  • I'm sitting on a bus
  • I'm standing on a bus

I'm in a bus

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate that you are inside the bus.

Use this phrase when you want to express that you are inside the bus, such as as a passenger or driver.

Examples:

  • I'm in a bus on my way to work.
  • He's in a bus traveling to the city.
  • Aug 14, 2022 ... I'm in a bus. I am on a bus. In a bus I am. (poetic) All good but NOT: I am in bus. Saying you are on the bus is more common than saying you ...
  • Jul 1, 2024 ... I'm in a bus from Milano to Paris and a horrible thing is crawling on my T-shirt. I haven't arrived yet to Paris. · Informing the people around ...
  • May 16, 2014 ... And we still use it because of that, even though buses now are 'covered'. Is it true? Do we never say "I'm in a bus."?? Is it wrong? Thank you!
  • Sep 18, 2022 ... I'm in a bus about an hour and half and my watch count steps and calories....what is going on Huawei??(gt2pro) · Comments Section · Community Info ...
  • MY LOVE EXPERIENCE I'm in a bus traveling from Delta to Lagos This young lady in her mid to late 20s is sitting next to me. She's absolutely...
  • Mar 28, 2023 ... I'm in a bus. I am on a bus. In a bus I am. (poetic) All good but NOT: I am in bus. Saying you are on the bus is more common than saying you ...
  • Mar 17, 2020 ... I'm in a bus for me, for as long as I want. Sure, I've had better amenities... but they came with a much larger price than I've been paying ...
  • Oct 31, 2023 ... I have recurring dreams where I'm in a bus, boat, or airplane. What does that mean? I'm going someplace but don't know where. All related ...
  • Oct 17, 2015 ... I'm in a bus. You're going to have to pay up on the $5 bet you made that I would never go through with it.” Advertisement. To these ...

Alternatives:

  • I'm inside a bus
  • I'm on a bus
  • I'm a passenger on a bus
  • I'm driving a bus
  • I'm sitting in a bus

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