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Article created by: Aurelija Rakauskaitė

Personally, I adore public transport. It’s environmentally friendly, cheap, and gets you where you need to be without having to deal with traffic jams and other drivers. However, this enjoyment is often overshadowed by fellow passengers who seem to forget that they’re in a public place and not their own living room. Loud talking on the phone, videos blasted on full volume, unsolicited coughing, and shoving sometimes make me want to take my eyes out after a long day at work. 

Anyone who has stepped foot on public transport probably knows this pain all too well. At least, it looks like it from all the photos our team at Bored Panda managed to find where passengers are acting like complete nuisances. Below you’ll find a whole list of the most frustrating commuters' behaviors, proving that common decency needs to be more common.

While you're scrolling, make sure to check out a conversation with etiquette and diplomatic protocol consultant, founder of Manners with Kristina and author of Elevate Your Presence, Kristina Szabova, and etiquette expert and founder of Etiquette Consulting Inc., Jules Martinez Hirst, who kindly agreed to discuss with us public transport etiquette.

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#1

Blasting Her Christian Music Through The Whole Train. Cause She Likes It

Person occupying two public transport seats while using a phone, blocking seating for others nearby.

People tried to talk to her, but then she even started chanting. „Everyone should listen to this! Jesus is the only true god! He is our saviour!“ and so on… Religious people like this are ridiculous.

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    This Dude And His Girlfriend Blasting Tiktoks At Full Blast On A 3 Hour Train Ride

    Person occupying multiple seats on public transport, showing inconsiderate behavior during a busy commute.

    My wife and I are on our honeymoon in Italy and the jet lag has basically ruined our sleep schedule. No worries, we’ll just sleep on the train, right? Nope! Instead, we get to listen to hours of shitty TikTok audio courtesy of two apparently socially challenged, self-centered teens. When did it become okay to blast your phone while the people around you are clearly trying to sleep?

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    #3

    Woman Doesn't Let Pregnant Lady Sit On The Bus

    Woman refusing to give up seat on public transport as her bag takes up space, showing rude behavior toward a pregnant passenger.

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    #4

    I Know It’s Not Technically Illegal But I Strongly Feel That The Man Who Sat In Front Of Me On The Train And Ate Seven Carrots And A Load Of Green Beans Then Left The Compost Needs Locking Up

    Chopped carrots and green beans carelessly left on a tray table in public transport, showing rude passenger behavior.

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    #5

    People Hoping To Skip Queues By Standing Like This And Trying To Slip In

    People standing in a crowded queue at a bus stop, showcasing rude behavior on public transport platforms.

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    #6

    People Who Stick Gum In Charing Ports On Public Transport

    Worn USB port for charging on public transport showing damage likely caused by careless passengers.

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    #7

    Preventing Others From Holding The Pole

    Person blocking public transport aisle by standing with electric scooter while others stand behind on crowded subway.

    Busy commute to work and this woman is leaning against the pole, on her phone, taking up as much room as possible preventing people from getting on the train while leaning on my hand the entire commute.
    She turned around and angrily stared at me like I was invading her personal space. The entitlement is simply incredible to witness

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    #8

    Person Leaves Sunflower Seed Shells All Over Bus Floor. Some People Are So Disrespectful

    Sunflower seed shells scattered on the floor of public transport, showing inconsiderate passenger behavior.

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    #9

    The Girl In Front Of Me Refused To Close Her Window While It Was Pouring Rain

    Person wearing glasses and a mask taking a selfie on public transport showing wet seat from inconsiderate behavior.

    So I was on a ride home from school on the bus, and it was pouring rain. So what does the girl in front of me do? Open her window. I asked her multiple times nicely if she could close it, to which she refused. At this point, I was soaked, and frustrated, so I closed the window. Guess what she does? Opens it back up, so the water continues to hit me.

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    #10

    Just Opened My Redbull And Took One Sip On The Mbta Bus Before This Lady Sat Down In Front Of Me And Whipped Her Hair Over The Headrest Causing Pieces Of Either Crispy Hair Or Dried Hair Product To Fall Right Into The Opening... Now Holding This Full Can Until I Get To A Bin

    Person with long curly hair resting on a public transport seat, holding an open energy drink can invading personal space

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    #11

    Acting Like This On A Morning Commuter Train Full Of People

    Person lying across multiple public transport seats, blocking others in an inconsiderate display of absolute jerk behavior.

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    #12

    She Is Tying A Random Persons Hair To The Bus Rail

    Woman taking up extra space on crowded public transport, highlighting inconsiderate behavior on busy transit rides.

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    #13

    That No One Can Sit Next To U In A Full Bus

    Empty public transport seat occupied by a water bottle and an avocado, showing inconsiderate behavior on public transport.

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    #14

    Someone Put Cream On The Seat At The Bus Stop

    Red bus stop bench covered with white blobs of nail polish, showcasing jerks taking public transport behavior.

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    #15

    Stood Up For 2 Mins And The Lady Next To Me Put Her Bag In My Seat

    Backpack taking up extra space on public transport seat, showing inconsiderate behavior of absolute jerks.

    On the train and I finished a chapter in my book and got up to put the book in my bag that was on the storage rack (I didn't have time to finish another chapter before we got to my station) and came back and the lady had put her bag in my seat.

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    #16

    Full Train And This Guy

    Person lying across multiple seats on public transport, blocking space and showing inconsiderate behavior.

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    #17

    Music Aficionado Sharing His Music On The Bus With Everyone

    Man taking up extra space on public transport seat, stretching legs across seats and blocking aisle access.

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    #18

    She Also Attended A Half Hour Work Meeting Without Earphones

    Person on public transport spreading legs aggressively, invading adjacent passenger's space with feet on the floor.

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    #19

    Previous Passenger Left An Imprint On My Seat

    Green public transport seats with a large wet stain, showing inconsiderate behavior on public transport.

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    #20

    I Had To Get Up And Change Seats Because These Scum Bags Decided To Start Smoking Next To Me. Not Only That, But They Kicked Leftover Food Under Their Seats And Spill Their Drinks All Over The Floor. This Type Of Stuff Happens Every Day On The Train

    Three men sitting on public transport with one person spreading legs obstructing the aisle, showing rude commuter behavior.

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    #21

    Girls Play Music And Sing Along Very Loudly, Then Get Off The Bus Leaving This Behind

    Empty public transport floor littered with discarded coffee cups and trash showing jerks disrespecting shared spaces.

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    #22

    Just Chilling On The Train

    Person cutting hair on public transport seat, leaving mess behind, showcasing jerks behavior on public transport.

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    #23

    He Tried To Use My Foot As A Pillow

    Man lying down on crowded public transport floor while passengers stand around, showing rude behavior on public transport.

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    #24

    Continuing To Play A Loud Video On The Bus With No Headphones Even After Asking Her To Stop

    Woman blocking public transport aisle with her legs while holding a phone, showing inconsiderate behavior on public transport.

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    #25

    This Woman Taking Up 8 Seats With Her Stuff On A Full Train

    Person sitting on public transport blocking aisle with a stroller and backpack, showing inconsiderate behavior.

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    #26

    This Woman Who Thinks It's Appropriate To Use A Seat On The T For Her Shopping Bags

    Passenger on public transport taking up extra space by sitting on the floor and blocking seats with shopping bags.

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    #27

    This Guy Taking Up Three Seats On The Bus While Watching A Movie Without Headphones

    Person lying across multiple seats on public transport, blocking space and disturbing other passengers.

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    #28

    Smelt Cigarettes Coming From Someone On My Bus, First Thought They Were Smoking. Turns Out They Were Trashing My Bus. They're A Regular On The Service And I Will Be Calling Them Out On It When They Next Get On. Made The Bus Smell For The Duration Of The Route But I Did Clean It Up When I Got Back

    Litter of cigarette butts scattered on the floor beneath seats on public transport, showing disrespectful passenger behavior.

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    #29

    On A Public Bus.. That Is Absolutely Disgusting

    Person with bare feet resting on public transport seats, blocking space and showing rude behavior on a crowded bus or train.

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    #30

    Bringing Your “Service Animal” Duck In The Train So You Can Sit On The Disabled Seating

    Woman on public transport with a duck in a stroller labeled as a service animal, showing unusual behavior on transit.

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    #31

    Disturbing Everyone On The Train

    Man making a mess on public transport by pouring cereal and milk into a large container, disturbing passengers nearby.

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    #32

    Subway Pimple Popper

    Man leaning on subway seats taking a photo on public transport while empty seats remain available nearby.

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    #33

    Full Bus But The Bag Needs A Seat

    Crowded public transport with standing passengers and a seated woman using her phone, showing typical jerk behavior.

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    #34

    Corona Ain’t Gonna Get Her 200iq

    Woman on public transport wearing a large plastic container as a face shield, illustrating jerk behavior in public transit.

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    #35

    Trying To Sleep On A Long Bus Ride And This Person Has Their Phone On Full Brightness

    Passenger on public transport using bright phone screen in dark, disturbing others in a nighttime setting.

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    #36

    Good Night

    Person lying across seats on public transport with shoes off, blocking space and inconveniencing other passengers.

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    #37

    In A Crowded Bus Back To Campus And This Guy Decides He Needs His Space

    Crowded public transport scene showing passengers sitting and standing closely, highlighting absolute jerks behavior on transit.

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    #38

    Pos (To The Right) Blocks A Handicap Section Of A Metropolitan Train With Their Bicycle

    Bicycle lying across public transport floor blocking walkway, showing inconsiderate behavior of absolute jerks on public transport.

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    #39

    Boomer Refuses To Give Up Extra Seat On A Packed Rush-Hour Train Because His Bag Is Using It. Then Puts On Fox News With No Headphones. Gotta Get Those Feet Up On It

    Elderly man on public transport putting feet on seats, displaying rude behavior seen in absolute jerks taking public transport.




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