駅までの最短ルートを教えてもらえますか？

Pronunciation: Eki made no saiatan ruuto wo oshiete moraemasu ka?

Meaning: Could you tell me the shortest route to the station?

This polite question using 「最短ルート」(shortest route) and the respectful 「～てもらえますか」 form is essential when asking locals for navigation help in Japan.