By any chance, is this the right way to...

Meaning

A polite way to check if one is going in the correct direction.

Examples

• John: Excuse me, <b>By any chance, is this the right way to</b> the train station?
• Alice: Yes, it is. Just keep going straight ahead for about two blocks.
• John: Thanks! I was worried I was going the wrong way. <b>By any chance, is this the right way to</b> avoid the construction?
• Alice: Yes, this route avoids the construction entirely. You're all set!