If you board a bus or streetcar shortly before a major transfer point (e.g., Yonge Street), don’t worry about getting a seat right away — rather, move to the middle of the bus, and after the vehicle empties out at the transfer point, take your pick as to what seat you’d like.
— submitted by Todd Irvine
Looking down the street to see if the bus or streetcar is coming is a good option if you are feeling impatient.
— submitted by Michael Higginson
The bus comes when it comes.
— submitted by Sunny
For events (e.g., parades), the TTC is usually the better way, but still set your expectations for longer than usual waiting times, especially if catching the TTC immediately after the event lets out. For those who complain about not having enough time to read, consider this extra time a bonus feature of the TTC.
— submitted by anonymous
If the bus is taking too long, light a cigarette, and it will appear immediately.