Connecting with Women on the Bus

Learn how to approach women on public transport with confidence and ease. Our tool and guide provide you with interesting things to say when starting a conversation and good questions to ask to keep it going on top of a complete guide.

"Mind if I grab that [window seat]?"

A polite request if there's an open seat near her. It's a subtle way to position yourself for further conversation if she's receptive.

"Excuse me, does this bus go to [specific landmark/area]?"

A classic, low-risk way to start. It's a direct question that requires a response and can easily lead to follow-up questions or comments about her destination.

"Sorry, do you know if the [next stop] is [coming up soon]?"

A polite request for information. It's a common, non-threatening way to engage and can lead to a brief exchange about the route or bus service.

"This weather is [crazy/beautiful] today, isn't it?"

A general comment about the weather, a universally relatable topic. It's a safe and easy way to initiate a brief exchange.

"Wow, this bus is [packed/empty] today, isn't it?"

A comment on the shared environment. It's relatable and can easily spark a simple agreement or a short conversation about bus schedules or typical ridership.

"I love your [bag/scarf/earrings]! Where did you get it?"

A direct compliment on her style. It's personal but not overly flirty and shows appreciation for her taste. Many people are happy to talk about where they found something they like.

"Is this seat [taken]?"

Simple and direct. If she says no, you can sit down and potentially continue the conversation. If it is, you can still follow up with a polite "No problem!" and potentially a small comment about how crowded the bus is.

"That's a [great book/interesting podcast] you're [reading/listening to]."

A subtle observation that shows you're paying attention without being intrusive. Complimenting her choice can open the door to a conversation about shared interests.

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