How to tell which direction when taking the bus?

Question

Hi so when you're at a bus station how to tell which direction you're facing? Meaning, eastbound, westbound, northbound and southbound? Thanks.

Answer 1

I keep a direction fairy in my pocket....and a hamster with a tiny brass bell so that the bus knows where to stop and let me off.

Answer 2

Um, maybe look at the sun?  It's in the east in the morning and west in the evening.  

Or just ask the driver as you get on.