What are some useful Russian phrases for asking for directions

Here are some useful Russian phrases for asking for directions, with the foreign language parts surrounded as requested:

• Извините, где находится …? — Excuse me, where is …?
• Как пройти к …? — How do I get to …?
• Вы не скажете, где …? — Could you tell me where … is?
• Где ближайшая станция метро? — Where is the nearest metro station?
• Можно ли доехать до … на автобусе? — Is it possible to get to … by bus?
• Сколько времени занимает дорога до …? — How long does it take to get to …?
• Я немного заблудился/заблудилась, не подскажете дорогу? — I’m a bit lost, could you show me the way?
• Это далеко? — Is it far?
• Поверните направо/налево — Turn right/left
• Идите прямо — Go straight

These phrases will help in common situations where you need to ask for directions in Russian. Adjust the specific place names as needed when using these phrases.

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