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[–] Dr_pepper_spray@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Even in New York, that bus is either a completely miserable experience, require strict departure times, and might make your commute a lot longer.

I can't imagine how awful they are in other places.

[–] mondoman712@lemmy.ml 3 points 1 year ago (2 children)

New York isn't a bastion of excellent public transport. Other places do it better and buses can be good.

[–] Dr_pepper_spray@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Who does it better?

[–] mondoman712@lemmy.ml 3 points 1 year ago

Most cities in Europe & Asia. I live in Zurich and the buses are pretty much just as good as the trains and trams (which are top notch).

[–] mayo@lemmy.today -1 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

Bussing during rush hour sucks no matter what city it is. I'd rather bike, or if I could, I'd drive.

Well actually.. driving during rush hour also sucks so I'm not sure between the two. During non-peak hours it's not bad, kind of expensive though.