How do I feel less bus sick?

If possible, try lying down, shutting your eyes, sleeping, or looking at the horizon. Stay hydrated by drinking water. Limit alcoholic and caffeinated beverages. Eat small amounts of food frequently.



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These steps can prevent it or relieve the symptoms:
  1. Take motion sickness medicine one to two hours before traveling.
  2. Choose the right seat. ...
  3. Get plenty of air. ...
  4. Avoid things you can't change. ...
  5. Don't read while riding in a car, plane, or boat. ...
  6. Lie down when you feel sick.
  7. Avoid a heavy meal before or during travel.


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The following strategies can help you avoid or lessen motion sickness.
  • Sit in the front of a car or bus.
  • Choose a window seat on flights and trains.
  • If possible, try lying down, shutting your eyes, sleeping, or looking at the horizon.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking water. ...
  • Eat small amounts of food frequently.
  • Avoid smoking.


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Once nausea begins, eat a few, plain crackers and drink clear, fizzy drinks (ginger ale is best) to relieve nausea.

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The best place to sit on a bus to avoid motion sickness is the front of the bus, directly behind the driver.

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Someone once said to someone at some point that sitting on brown paper or newspaper would alleviate the feelings of motion sickness – something to do with the smell. Having no basis in science – and even being rather light on anecdotal evidence – this one is probably not worth a try.

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Care and Treatment
  • Drinking clear and/or ice-cold drinks.
  • Eating light, bland foods (such as saltine crackers or plain bread).
  • Avoiding fried, greasy or sweet foods.
  • Eating slowly and eating smaller, more frequent meals.
  • Not mixing hot and cold foods.
  • Drinking beverages slowly.
  • Avoiding activity after eating.


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Stay away from the back of the bus on the bottom deck and from anyone with a takeaway. Priority seats on the bottom deck are best. Second best is the top deck, three rows from the front, on the aisle seat.

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While dining on board, aim to eat lightly, staying away from heavy or greasy foods, sweets, and alcohol when possible. Foods like green apples (Granny Smith) and salted crackers may help mild symptoms, as can ginger-based lozenges, extracts, and teas. Many ships even routinely stock these items for travelers.

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Salty Snacks
  • Beef Jerky.
  • Individually Wrapped Sandwiches.
  • Pretzels.
  • Veggie Straws.
  • Chex Mix.
  • Crackers.
  • Pringles.
  • Goldfish.


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Avoid spicy, greasy, or fatty meals. DO NOT overeat before traveling. Drink plenty of water. Dry crackers and carbonated sodas (such as ginger ale) help some people avoid nausea.

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By taking the steps below, you can work your way toward overcoming your fears and enjoying the many benefits that public transportation has to offer!
  1. Prepare yourself before you ride. ...
  2. Ease your way into using public transit. ...
  3. Try writing down your fears beforehand. ...
  4. Practice mindfulness techniques. ...
  5. Or try distraction.


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