Between travelling to work and heading home for the weekend, we as a nation spend quite a lot of time on public transport.
As a result, you may have noticed that we have certain traditions when it comes to sitting on a bus or train.
These are 11 things that Irish people do on public transport…
1. Talk to elderly people
We love nothing more than having the chats, especially with the older generation. They’re always so full of words of wisdom and hilarious anecdotes like “public transport isn’t what it used to be.”
2. Coo at babies
We do it everywhere but you are guaranteed entertainment on your journey if there’s a cute baby around… unless of course it’s crying.
3. Sit beside someone even though there’s plenty of free seats
Like we said, we love the chats!
4. Complain about the price/ condition of the carriage/ the other passengers
The public transport companies can’t win – we complain if they don’t turn up, we complain when they do. We’ve got high standards. There’s nothing wrong with that.
5. Eat a bag of Tayto Cheese and Onion
Nothing beats this if you’re the one eating them but if you’re not, it’s guaranteed you’re the thing the other passengers are complaining about.
6. Call home to say we’re on our way home
We’ll probably be there in five minutes but still, it has to be done.
7. Start the party early
The bus or train is often the place where people decide to get the evening going with a sneaky drink and a few tunes. (On some occasions that turns into a lot of drink and very loud music.)
8. Change the name for pre-booked seats
Ever found yourself seated across from Father Jack or Mrs Doyle? We have!
9. Wait for the trolley… complain about the trolley… love the trolley
The whole journey revolves around this contraption.
10. Order a Barry’s Tea and a KitKat
Best. Meal. Ever.
11. Thank the driver
Our mams made sure we grew up with good manners.
