Is it safe to stand up on a bus?

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Highway Safety Program Standard Guideline 17 specifically states that every student must be seated before the bus is in motion.



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Adults aged 19 to 64 are advised to try to sit down less throughout the day, including at work, when travelling and at home. Tips to reduce sitting time: stand on the train or bus. take the stairs and walk up escalators.

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Riding on the Bus Stay in your seat and face forward: never stand on a moving bus. Keep noise level down and do not distract the driver (no yelling or shouting).

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Safety and health Standing passengers are susceptible to suffering falls and other injuries, particularly elderly people. Shorter people and children may not be able to reach ceiling-mounted handles, straps, or rails.

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Keeping Your Balance Place your feet at least a foot apart from each other, in the shape of a “T.” Aim the toes of whichever foot is closest to the front of the bus in that direction. Keep your rear foot perpendicular to the direction of travel. Keep your feet and legs active.

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Riding on the Bus Stay in your seat and face forward: never stand on a moving bus. Keep noise level down and do not distract the driver (no yelling or shouting). Do not throw anything on the bus or out the window. Keep hands and feet to yourselves.

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The safest seat on a bus is in the middle (aisle seats), between the two front tires. This is because it is the most protected from potential accidents. After finding out from the bus carrier how the seats are located on the bus, try to give preference to seats installed near the aisle.

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The safest seat in a school bus is generally in the middle, in an aisle seat on the right hand side, between the tires. It's safer if there's a head-on, side and rear-end collision. It is also less bumpy and jarring to the body. In addition, studies show that children are often injured approaching or leaving the bus.

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If you want to rest during your trip, it is best to sit near the middle of the bus. This is the area where there is less vibrations and bumps so the ride will be much smoother compared to the front and back areas of the bus.

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Passengers are not required to sit while riding the bus. A bus driver can not force a person to sit down. Most buses have straps or poles for passengers to hold onto.

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Here are some of the disadvantages of bus travel:
  • Limited flexibility. Buses run on fixed schedules, so you may have to wait for a long time if you miss your bus. ...
  • Crowding. ...
  • Lack of privacy. ...
  • Uncomfortable seats. ...
  • Noise and pollution. ...
  • Safety concerns.


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11 Tips on How to Survive Long Bus Trips
  1. #1. Choose an Overnight Bus. ...
  2. #2. Pack Only the Essentials. ...
  3. #3. Choose the Right Seats. ...
  4. #4. Wear Comfortable Clothes. ...
  5. #5. Take Off Your Shoes. ...
  6. #6. Neck pillow. ...
  7. #7. Bring an Eye Mask and Earplugs With You. ...
  8. #8. Stay Hydrated.


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And within those seats lie a few secrets that can help you to stay safe and comfortable during your trip. The first thing to remember is the safest place to sit is usually the back. The front seats are closest to the driver, so if there is an accident or sudden braking, you are more likely to be injured.

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Public Transportation Etiquette Offer your seat to elderly or disabled passengers. If the train or bus is crowded, make sure you leave room for people to move around you. Avoid using the phone as much as possible. If you do talk on the phone, try to keep conversations brief and speak quietly.

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Fun Things to Do on a Bus Ride Without Electronics
  1. Nap. There's something about the lull of a long bus ride that makes it so perfect for falling asleep. ...
  2. Road Trip Bingo. ...
  3. Write. ...
  4. Word Searches/Crosswords/Puzzle Books. ...
  5. Knit or Crochet. ...
  6. Twenty Questions. ...
  7. Ghost in the Graveyard. ...
  8. The “License Plate” Game.


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Standing passengers are susceptible to suffering falls and other injuries, particularly elderly people. Shorter people and children may not be able to reach ceiling-mounted handles, straps, or rails.

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To avoid swaying, choose a seat close to the centre of gravity of the bus, midway between the front and back wheels. As the bus turns a corner, this point will travel in a smooth circle.

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The area behind the wheels of a bus acts as a third-class lever, amplifying the movement due to roadway bumps.

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When a bus stops suddenly, its passengers tend to fall forward because due to their inertia the passengers tend to remain in a state of motion even though the bus has come to rest.

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