Either hand the driver the ticket or pay him, and go through the turnstile. The buses themselves vary in construction. Sometimes passengers enter in the front and exit in the back or vice versa. All buses are marked on the side and front with the number of the bus route, and its first, middle and final destination.
People waiting at bus stops can help travelers find the correct bus.
It is permissible to bring luggage or groceries on board. All passengers, even those going to the beach, must wear shirts. To signal an approaching exit, simply pull the wire or push the button to alert the driver.