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10 best bus services that make traveling in the US a breeze
Best Bus Service (2024)
When you travel by bus in the United States, you can enjoy a unique blend of comfort, convenience, and adventure. Plus, it's an eco-friendly and economical choice for those looking to explore the vast landscapes and diverse cities of the nation without the hassle of driving themselves.
These 10 bus companies — selected by an expert panel and voted by readers as the best in the U.S. — provide amenities like free Wi-Fi, onboard restrooms, and comfortable reclining seats, so you can relax and enjoy the ride.
- RedCoach
- Trailways
- The Jet
- Concord Coach Lines
- FlixBus
- Greyhound
- Megabus
- Indian Trails
- Peter Pan Bus Lines
- Yankee Line
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No. 10:
Not your traditional bus service, RedCoach offers three types of buses: first class, business class, and economy class. First and business class offer wide seats that recline and include a footrest, while economy class offers similar amenities with narrower seats.
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No. 9:
Offering service across the nation, Trailways not only offers one-way and round-trip tickets, but also trip packages and charter service for groups and school trips. Passengers stay entertained on both short and long trips with free Wi-Fi.
No. 8:
The Jet is no ordinary bus service — it's a first-class experience on wheels. Think in-seat service with premium snack and beverage options, including complimentary beer and wine, reclining HoverSeats with a gel-foam base and memory-foam back, and streaming-fast Wi-Fi service.
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No. 7:
Concord Coach Lines offers bus service from Maine and New Hampshire to Boston, Boston Logan International Airport, and New York City on a daily basis. Passengers can enjoy free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and complimentary movies and water during their journey.
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No. 6:
FlixBus prides itself not only on providing a safe and comfortable travel experience to passengers throughout the United States, but also on doing its part to reduce carbon emissions and protect the environment.
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No. 5:
Well-known as a trusted bus service, Greyhound serves passengers around the country. During their trip, travelers can take in a complimentary movie or watch their favorite TV show, surf the internet thanks to free Wi-Fi, and plug in with the power outlets at every seat.
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No. 4:
Connecting travelers to more than 500 U.S. cities, Megabus provides double-decker buses outfitted with at-seat power outlets, free Wi-Fi, onboard restrooms, and reclining seats.
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No. 3:
Since 1910, Indian Trails has taken great pride in safely transporting passengers, and nowadays, travelers can grab fares to move across Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. The company also offers charter bus service for conventions, field trips, and other events.
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No. 2:
While Neverland is not one of their routes, Peter Pan Bus Lines does offer service to more than 100 destinations in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic states. Amenities include individual climate controls, power outlets, Wi-Fi, and an onboard restroom.
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No. 1:
In operation for more than 45 years, Yankee Line serves the Northeast, from Boston to New York City. In addition, the company offers charter services for corporate events, school trips, and much more. Their fleet of custom-built coaches features free Wi-Fi, an onboard restroom, and power outlets.
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Allison Tibaldi
Allison Tibaldi is a travel and food writer based... Read More
Allison Tibaldi is a travel and food writer based in New York City. She has lived in Rome, Tuscany, Melbourne Australia, Toronto and Los Angeles. She studied early childhood development in graduate school and firmly believes that travel is the best education. She writes for numerous publications including CNN, Travel Channel, HGTV, am New York, Emirates Open Skies, Family Traveller and Travel Weekly.
Allison Tibaldi
Allison Tibaldi is a travel and food writer based in New York City. She has lived in Rome, Tuscany, Melbourne Australia, Toronto and Los Angeles. She studied early childhood development in graduate school and firmly believes that travel is the best education. She writes for numerous publications including CNN, Travel Channel, HGTV, am New York, Emirates Open Skies, Family Traveller and Travel Weekly.
Imani Bashir
Imani Bashir is a travel journalist who has lived... Read More
Imani Bashir is a travel journalist who has lived in five countries across four continents. Her work has been in major magazines and focuses on destinations, culture, family, and accommodations.
Imani Bashir
Imani Bashir is a travel journalist who has lived in five countries across four continents. Her work has been in major magazines and focuses on destinations, culture, family, and accommodations.
Jamie Davis Smith
Jamie is an attorney, writer and photographer. She... Read More
Jamie is an attorney, writer and photographer. She was born with deeply ingrained wanderlust and has visited 45 countries and counting. She often brings her children along for the adventure and is passing her love of travel on to the next generation. Jamie has written for Insider, Fodor's Travel, Yahoo, the Huffington Post, the Washington Post, Viator and Reviewed among many other publications. Jamie is from Philadelphia and now lives in Washington, DC, where she takes advantage of everything the region has to offer. Jamie can be reached at jamiesmithwrites@gmail.com and can be found on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok.
Jamie Davis Smith
Jamie is an attorney, writer and photographer. She was born with deeply ingrained wanderlust and has visited 45 countries and counting. She often brings her children along for the adventure and is passing her love of travel on to the next generation. Jamie has written for Insider, Fodor's Travel, Yahoo, the Huffington Post, the Washington Post, Viator and Reviewed among many other publications. Jamie is from Philadelphia and now lives in Washington, DC, where she takes advantage of everything the region has to offer. Jamie can be reached at jamiesmithwrites@gmail.com and can be found on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok.
Skye Rodgers
Skye Rodgers is a seasoned travel writer who fell... Read More
Skye Rodgers is a seasoned travel writer who fell in love with Tampa, Florida over a decade ago and has since made it her home base. Originally from Canada, Skye traded snowy winters for sunny beaches and now enjoys sharing her adventures with readers worldwide. Whether she's uncovering hidden gems in Tampa Bay or jetting off to exotic destinations, Skye's passion for exploration shines through in her engaging travel narratives. Follow her journeys and discover the best of Tampa and beyond on her Facebook page @BestofTampa.
Skye Rodgers
Skye Rodgers is a seasoned travel writer who fell in love with Tampa, Florida over a decade ago and has since made it her home base. Originally from Canada, Skye traded snowy winters for sunny beaches and now enjoys sharing her adventures with readers worldwide. Whether she's uncovering hidden gems in Tampa Bay or jetting off to exotic destinations, Skye's passion for exploration shines through in her engaging travel narratives. Follow her journeys and discover the best of Tampa and beyond on her Facebook page @BestofTampa.
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