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German Bahn "Sparpreis": can I use a local train (S-Bahn) instead of ICE?
The accepted answer is correct, however, note that the so-called Zugbindung (i.e. the rule that forces you to take the exact trains you booked with a Sparpreis or similar ticket), does not apply to ...
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Is Suica better than PASMO?
Functionally they are the same, but in terms of convenience, Pasmo is better. In terms of long-term cost savings, Suica may be better.
Both cards have an automatic top-up feature, and with Pasmo you ...
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How do I get from Leixões to Ribeira?
In the end. We booked a Tuk Tuk which picked us up from the cruise terminal and gave us a tour of Porto. Very enjoyable. Plenty of stops.
If I was on my own or with people my age or younger I would ...
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How to use google maps for arrival time, etc, WHILE ON public transportation?
Set the Departure location a little bit ahead of your current location (i.e. tell it you're standing at the next bus stop / tube stop / train station).
This will produce the extension of your current ...
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How to use google maps for arrival time, etc, WHILE ON public transportation?
Forget Google Maps and download the Transit app.
This app, in particular the Transit "Go" feature, understands the concept of you being on a public transport vehicle, and will give details ...
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How to use google maps for arrival time, etc, WHILE ON public transportation?
It is much better on Android than iOS. Here is what I do:
If I am already on the bus/train/tram/subway, I only have to 'reset' the leave/arrrive by time and that should show me where I am at the ...
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How to use google maps for arrival time, etc, WHILE ON public transportation?
I used this method in Japan, with train, metro and buses, but I think it is applicable everywhere with a good coverage by Maps:
Once you are on the bus/train, calculate the route using public ...
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How to use google maps for arrival time, etc, WHILE ON public transportation?
Set the departure time in the past a little before you started the trip. This will produce your current trip as a result and the projected arrival time.
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