A1English
Asking for Directions
Use these phrases to ask for directions.
Key Phrases
Voice
Asking for directions · 3 ways to say it
Excuse me, where is the train station?
politeHow do I get to the hotel?
neutralHi, where's the park?
casualGoing straight · 2 ways to say it
Go straight ahead.
neutralUS
Go straight on.
neutralUK
Turning · 2 ways to say it
Turn left at the next street.
neutralGo right here.
casualAsking about distance
Is it near here?
neutralConfirming directions · 2 ways to say it
I turn left at the bank?
neutralRepeat the directions to make sure you understand
Left at the bank. Thanks.
casualPractice Dialogue
Traveler
Excuse me, where's the train station?
Local
It's near here. Go straight ahead.
Traveler
Straight ahead?
Local
Yes. Then turn left at the park.
Traveler
Straight ahead, then left?
Local
Yes, that's right.
Traveler
Is it far?
Local
No, it's very close.
Traveler
Thank you.
Local
Sure.