The first and most common way to say bus in Spanish is simply “bus”, pronounced boos. But did you know that depending on where you are in the Spanish-speaking world, the word for “bus” can vary? Here are many of the most common terms for bus used in Spanish-speaking countries.
How to Say Bus in …
- Argentina – bondi, el micro, ómnibus, micro, colectivo
- Chile – la micro
- Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Panamá – bus
- Cuba, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico – guagua
- Venezuela – autobús, carrito, camionetica
- Mexico – camión
- Colombia, Ecuador – buseta
- Perú – el micro, ómnibus, micro, combi
- Spain – autobús
If the country you’re looking for does not appear here, then just use the term bus and you’ll be fine!
Related Bus Sentences
When traveling by bus in Spanish countries, it’s essential to have a basic grasp of common sentences to navigate public transportation with ease. Here are a few that you should know:
Buying a Bus Ticket
- “¿Cuánto cuesta un boleto a la ciudad?” (“How much does a ticket to the city cost?”)
- “Necesito dos pasajes para el bus de las 9 de la mañana.” (“I need two tickets for the 9 a.m. bus.”)
At the Bus Station/Stop
- “¿Cuál es la próxima parada?” (What is the next stop?)
- “¿A qué hora pasa el bondi?” (“What time does the bus come?”)
On the Bus
- “Este bus no para en la próxima estación.” (“This bus doesn’t stop at the next station.”)
If You Miss the Bus
- “Tendremos que esperar al próximo ómnibus.” (“We’ll have to wait for the next bus.”)
- “¿Cuándo sale el siguiente micro hacia el centro?” (“When does the next bus to downtown leave?”)
Most Common Bus Questions By Country
What is the colloquial term for a bus used in Spanish-speaking countries?
In some Spanish-speaking countries, the colloquial term for a bus is guagua, especially in Puerto Rico, Cuba and Dominican Republic. La micro is common in Chile and bondi for Argentina.
What is the word used for a bus in Spanish in Mexico?
In Mexico, the standard word for a bus is “camión”. It refers to public transportation buses in urban and suburban areas.
What is the plural form of the word ‘bus’ in Spanish?
The plural form of ‘bus’ in Spanish is “autobuses” or “buses,” depending on the region and the context in which it is used.
How do you say ‘Your bus is here’ in Spanish?
To inform someone that their bus has arrived, one would say “Tu autobús está aquí” or “Ha llegado su bus.”.
