Tips on Taking Long Trips on Greyhound
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- Опубликовано: 17 окт 2024
- If you are taking a long trip on the Greyhound bus then there are a few tips that you can learn that will make your trip even better. I have complied these Greyhound bus travel tips over many years of riding the bus cross country. I have been on 3+ day Greyhound trips and I can tell you from experience how to make your bus trip more enjoyable.
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I am a Retired Greyhound Bus Driver. Absolutely the best Job ever. Thanks to all My
Past Passenger's.
Thank you for your years of safe driving and transport of passengers sir.
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I'm thinking about applying to be a driver always love GH that's good to hear
Additional tip: Pay attention to your surroundings, your bus number, and know the faces of people on your bus. This is very important, especially when there is a stop that has multiple buses such as meal stops. It's easy to get on the wrong bus because the buses are usually parked side by side. It is also good to know numbers and faces so when you are inside of a terminal with a reboard pass and you have to go to the restroom or get something to eat, when you see familiar faces in a certain line, you will know that is where you are suppose to be. Most times terminals are so loud that you can't hear anything especially when you are in the restroom or getting food. Another thing, and this is the most important of all. "DO NOT WANDER OFF FAR FROM YOUR BUS!!!!" I have seen people get left because they went off somewhere else, i.e., down the street etc., to get food and they got left. The bus driver called for them, but eventually had to leave to stay on schedule. Some bus drivers are nice to look for the person for a while, but some are not. So just be careful. Try to stay as close to your bus as possible to avoid stress and delays in your trip. I can write a book on traveling Greyhound. Been riding since I was a child and I am 41 going on 42 now. Maybe that should be my next project. Lol :)
watch your tickets, watch your luggage, watch your connections, mind your time, pay attention to announcements, when in doubt ask, carry some snacks and be wise when interacting with strangers. Last but not the least have patience.
I'm about to greyhound for my first time. Great video, well spoken and intelligent. Wish me luck guru
Hope you have a great trip!
I just took grey hound my 1st time over there weekend want take something with u don’t get board, most time ur sleep on the bus, and u want take back pack small bags on bus with take personal Huygens with u are some stop breaks are long like 35-45 minutes make use restroom each stop break some are 15-25 minutes all depends u want pay attention to your bus number ur on there are other buses parked other grey hound u want make keep track of time get back on the bus have a watch or something, u do get very dehydrated!! On the bus take cash on u come to a stop! Get hungry! On long ride on bus on the road & u will experience some grey hound delay I did last weekend in L.A the worse 2 hrs the bus took another 1 1/2 every driver different they must have ur cell phone off, or vibrate talking low tone on phone the drivers have to concentrate on the road out of state drivers more strict! Then Californa drivers have there own rules u want bring ear plugs watch movies, listen to music the WiFi does change on the bus each bus pay attention u transfer look where ur luggage’s going
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I'm about to take a 3 day trip ugh I'm nervous because its my first time on greyhound. Thank God I found your channel.
I see that you posted this a year ago so I wanted to ask you how your trip went?
All you have to do is bring some liquor and bring some beer and start arguing and yelling with everybody while cussing around real loud to everyone and everyone will respect you on the bus
Also pee and poop with the door open so it stinks and you can hear everyone complaining „what’s that smell“
„Why does it smell like PISS AND SHIT“ and you can say „I JUST SHIT WITH THE DOOR OPEN!“
Great video, can't agree more on the luggage part.
My longest trip was around 80 hours from New York to LA, (you lose track after 3 days), would I do it again? YES. Most people will look out for each other on the long distance trips, and you will be a master of the greyhound by the end of it; with plenty of stories to tell. Just keep to yourself, be polite, stick to the front of the bus and don't flash any valuable stuff and you'll be alright. Oh! you'll probably have something crazy (or a few things lol) happen at some point so prepare for some of the best laughs you've had in awhile! Peace!
Thank you very much. I'm planning a long trip, and I've been feeling anxious. You help me know what to expect.
great tips. i have rode long trips too and let me say that it takes a lot of endurance and stamina. what people dont understand is that it can be very unconfortable to sit in the seats for long hours. the greyhound station in dallas texas makes you get out and weigh in your bags and have you wait in a long line. i'd suggest bringing a pair of headphones during the ride, but keep only one pair in your ear because it is important to listen very carefully to what the driver says. other then that this video covers this topic very well.
Thanks for the extra tips!
I like the idea of getting off at stops when you can. Move around. Just sitting down for that long is tiring.
Good gosh.....sounds scary
he did a wonderful job of presenting information that i wanted. He did not say how noisy it was at night, as it sounds like you can get some sleep. He did hit all the bases, and i would love to be able to have him on my bus!
Thanks!
Music, a smartphone, & a few charged Anker battery packs can go a long way for entertainment. Being sure you have your hotel/accommodations setup for your arrival is a must.
Anker battery pack are nice. The big 26,8OO mAh model can charge phone many times, Fire HD tablet{ $8O }, 4.5 times
Greyhound should have a area where ppl can sit and watch a video before long travels before buying a ticket cuz this guy makes interesting & great points. I can see myself watching a video like this at the station. This guy would be great for that job.
Jaz La not every place has a station sometimes it's a fast food place or a gas station.
@@lovemuffin1963 one time it was a light pole and a small shed. That's it.
Yes! I am definitely familiar with LOOOOONNNGGGG Greyhound Bus trips. I am originally from Los Angeles but live in Mississippi now. I sometimes go back to California to visit and it takes me a little over 2 days. Yes, very long trip. It's nice starting off, but after a while, you just want to get there. And definitely returning home. The fun is over and you just want the trip to be over and get home. Overall, I enjoy Greyhound. Been riding for many years. A tip for people who don't want to worry about claiming luggage constantly when changing buses: Ship your belongings through the Post Office. That way, you will be able to travel light and be able to change buses quickly in the event you don't have much time before your next bus is set to depart. Sometimes, due to one bus being late, it will cause you to almost miss your next connection. And waiting around to claim luggage when you're already late is very stressful. I'm about to take a long trip, and the only thing I am taking is a backpack. I will be able to jump on and off my buses. Just thought to mention that. Great video and channel :)
This is my first time getting on a greyhound bus and I am traveling by myself. This video was really informative and I feel more prepared now. Thank You it is truly appreciated!
Glad my video could help. Have a great trip!
My coast to coast trips were in the seventies, eighties and nineties. My tips, bring a small bag with soap, deodorant, tooth stuff, change of underwear, etc. to make yourself feel better. Drink water too, usually very dry on the bus, ac is usually cooler. Also, I always brought some pot with me too, one could just open the rest room window back then. Doubt it now, smoke it outside if you do. Small pillow is good, used to have the official Greyhound inflatable pillow. If one is young, should not have a lot of issues. Go with someone if you can, lots of the bus stuff is sleazy to say the least. Also, have at least one good jacket, can get cold on the bad boy. I'm tempted to go coast to coast again. But being a dinosaur now, I pass that on to the young bloods out-there. Check out the Green Tortoise bus lines, used to take that bad boy too. Like a hippie party bus, best when one is young of course.
Travel blanket, can get cold at night. Have not tried one but the travel pillows on Amazon look quite good.
I once brought a half ounce of sticky Grape Ape from Missoula MT to WilkesBarre PA on the Hound, not for smoking on the trip, as I was too nervous to try, but to have when I got to my destination. I wrapped it in two ziplocks and a bunch of duct tape. When I got on a full bus in Missoula, I picked a seat with a deadlocked hippy girl to sit in, and we got along famously until she bailed in Madison. It was somewhere around Fargo, that she whispered to me, "Dude, your pocket Stinks" I was a bit nervous, but eventually got to my destination with my contraband. On the way back, I managed to bring back an 18th century military sabre stuffed in my guitar case. Oh the good old days.
I've ridden the dog from Missoula to NYC about 6 times. For a guy, a good comfortable sport jacket/blazer, with lots of pockets, is an essential piece of traveling gear. It's like a purse, with a specific spot for my ticket, my phone, my wallet, etc. I advise bringing nutritious food that travels well; don't bring bananas. If you're getting on an empty bus, get a seat up front; it makes stops way less stressful because you can be first off, and therefore first on your way to grab your checked luggage before someone else does, make a connection, or get in line for food, or use a toilet that doesn't soak your ass in toxic sludge when the bus rolls over a bump. If you're going on a long trip, bring a small pillow stuffed in your carry on. Depending on how long you will be in the Greyhound zone, bring extra socks and underwear and wipes in your carry on. I just toss the used socks and shorts on the way.
I saw I lady in a church looking dress get dirty blue water splashed on her because the driver had to make a emergency maneuver. She was 38 hot when she came outta that bathroom. The driver had to pull over and call for assistance, because the lady was trying to kick his ass while he was doing 65 mph. I had been eating edibles all day so I didn't care about the delay,I found it quite entertaining. The rest of the riders...not so much. 2 arrested and 2 hours later we were on are not so merry way. Still had fun though.
Took a near 3 day trip on Greyhound in 2009. Got plenty of road stories from that, some weird, some that make you feel good about your fellow man.
This guy reminds me of me--- because I travel a lot. He's very informative. I've experienced all of that with Greyhound,and Trail ways. Hands down! no questions asked--- thumbs up for this video!
Thanks!
What an interesting, informative and necessary informational video that all bus riders need know. Great job, Thank you!
I'm gunna be on a greyhound in about 25 mins so thx I was getting scared of things so thx for the help
No problem!
RILEy DaLLAs how was the trip?
Did 4 days coast to coast: tough, but loved it. Really enjoy the Guru.
The longest Greyhound trip I took, was from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Katy, TX. I only had to change 2x. It was just a day & 1/2 but I was wiped out by the time I got off in Houston. The last bus was just a half hour. My other long haul, was Kansas City to Hampton, VA. This trip was not as bad because I already knew how to prepare.
Excellent advice,back in the 70's rode Greyhound from San Diego,CA to Cleveland,OH and while it was a very long trip i met some wonderful people,don't think I'd want to do that in this day and age with god knows who else is riding, with being said no matter how informative this guy is there are people that won't pay attention,can't or won't use common sense,get themselves in a jam then want to blame someone else for not heeding videos like this.
I imagine the Greyhound has changed over the years. But I think overall is still pretty safe and reliable. Especially if you use common sense. But I agree some people won't lol.
GreyhoundGURU
At one stop in CA, a group of min security jail folks who had been released got on. For me, so what. For another, it becomes a OMG!!! youtube video with lots likes.
I think boarding last on the bus has its advantages. Instead of someone choosing you to sit next to, you get to choose who YOU want to sit next to (if there aren't 2 empty seats you can have to yourself).
From the bus station in Portland ME, I've traveled to Denver, Chicago, and Atlanta. These were between 1999 to 2001. Now after 16 years, I'll be taking my next trip from Boston to Orlando in a couple weeks.
Maine and Vermont are so beautiful in the Fall.
Another big tip for long trips is taking a cooler bag with you there in expensive you can get them at Wal-Mart and bring soda water ect
Very good tip. Small soft side cooler with ice packs would be great. Much cheaper too.
great tips! I did Montreal-Las Vegas twice never again lol it was fun tho you meet alot of people and you get to see the country
Thats why I love Greyhound: the people you meet and getting to see so many aspects of the country you normally don't get to see.
Some useful tips there, even for other countries. For me, Greyhound buses and the Readers' Digest were synonymous as the older RDs always had an ad for Greyhound Bus travel! Col, NZ.
Long trips on Greyhound are a living hell, really you would get there faster and more comfortable hitchhiking
But it isn’t legal in all states.
It my first taking grey hound from Cali to Texas round trip been experience I did fellow ur advice & tip on traveling I did some site seeing took lots pic during my traveling thank for the video I shared
So glad I found this video🙌🏽 traveling from New Jersey to California in less than 24 hours with a 9 year old and a lot of patience😅
Hope your trip goes well. The patience will come in handy lol
How was it
How did it go
Just rode from Indianapolis Indiana to Kingston New York what a night mare
2007 I took a long trip from Toronto, Canada to Fort Lauderdale, what can I say, it took me 3 days and felt like a living hell. Burger King at 3am in the morning is a recipe for disaster.
Been there , it is crap.
I used to ride around the country using their Ameripass tickets. I agree with most of what was said; What I would add is double-watch your bags on the heavy-use corridor-routes. A lot of times they will run multiple buses for the same route, and although they are supposed to make sure a given passenger travels on the same coach as their bags, it's easy to get separated. The one bag I ever lost in three cross country trips was lost this way(somewhere between Albany and Chicago).
Great video! Also, as known, never lose your Reboarding passes!LOL!
True, osing your reboarding pass can be a nightmare sometimes depending on the driver
i got a hotel in Missoula, when my bus had left, and the next was 10 hours later for Kalispell, Montana. i love Montana! I visited all 50 states on bus, trains and planes. please do not buy booze to bring back on the bus, and do nit stand near anyone using drugs. I always take wipes, and I always used the aisle seat. lock your carry on. you are so correct.
I love Montana too!
I was riding a bus from Missoula to Seattle once. There was a guy sitting in the back drinking beer and someone reported him to the driver. Somewhere in the middle of the pass going into Spokane the driver stopped the bus and kicked the guy out. (it was very cold outside too) I traveled enough on buses to know the "party people" always sit in the back because they think the driver isn't going to notice them. People who sit in the back of the bus are usually the loudest talkers and stay up most of the night annoying everyone. I also had some very nice, bus trips, having my own seat to lay down in, calm and quiet trip from start to finish.
This is interesting. I used to go to Evansville, Indiana to Montgomery, Alabama as a kid. I know now that I can go from Evansville, Indiana, to Montgomery, Alabama on the same bus. The longest trip I have taken is from Evansville, Indiana to Dallas, Texas. It is about a 19 hour trip. One tip is to eat while you can because it may be a long time to eat if you do not eat when you have plenty of time.
Great tips! I took a Greyhound about 80 miles into LA back in 2007 (when I lived in California) and may be traveling from Utah to Florida later this year.
Utah to Florida? That's a good haul on the Greyhound. Probably about 2 days or so I'd imagine. Should get to see alot of the countryside though.
I’d like you talking more in depth about the big transfers you’ve been too. Because I was in Jacksonville and the station wasn’t that bad but then I saw Atlanta and that was certainly a experience but Atleast now if I go there again I’ll be ready
Thank you for all your videos. I'm going to be 71 in September and have decided if I want to see the parts of the USA I have missed then the bus is the only way to do it. I'll be traveling across the US very soon. I did take a 32 hour trip from Las Vegas to Texas back in 1998 and there were a few crazies along the way and lots of stories to tell. But, all in all, it was a pleasant trip and I'm not nervous about being alone this way. In fact I'm ready to go! I'm going by bus just to see all the scenery along the way! Everyone thinks I'm nuts, but this is kind of my last big adventure and I'm not at all worried. I'm a cautious person by nature and I know it is as dangerous to walk down the Las Vegas strip as it is to go anywhere by any means. lol Thank you again!
I know you are going to have a great trip! It's great to hear from someone who isn't afraid to get out and live. You will definitely come back with a lot of good Greyhound stories lol
I find your tips really helpful. In 2.5 months I will be moving via greyhound and it’s from New Mexico to New York. I’ve never been on greyhound let alone for 72+ hours. I’m secretly super anxious that something will go wrong but hopefully this goes as smoothly as possible.
Great tips I approve of all of this I ride greyhound very often I'm going this Friday
I use a hockey goalie equipment bag when i travel. Its roomy and stands out from other luggage. My wife sewed a big black hawks patch on it so it stands out even more.
thank you for the video! I've never taken greyhound or any long-term bus so this helps tremendously!
No problem. Glad my video could be of some help.
Good video. Fascinating. And you remind me of my "never again."
From New York to Chicago, it was awful. There was a long layover in Cleveland, but it was in the middle of the night. Everything was closed except the bus station. 3 or 4 hours with nothing to do except meander around bus station.
One thing you didn't mention for long trips: the bathroom on the bus starts to stink, and it gets nasty in there. This lead to my true "never again."
The driver stopped in Gary, Indiana. I had to go to the bathroom because I wasn't going to use the one on the bus. I asked the driver how long we'd be in the station. He said, "as long as it takes me to get my stuff done."
I took that as an opportunity to go to the bathroom really fast and get back on the bus. It took maybe 10 minutes. I came out and the bus was gone.
I called the Chicago station and asked them to hold my carry-on stuff while I waited for the next bus which would be 4 hours later. Of course, they did get my luggage, and some of my stuff had been stolen out of the luggage.
That was 1997 and I haven't been on a Greyhound since then.
Great video. Haven't ridden in years, but doing a quick day trip soon, so need to see what's new. Great advice.
Thanks! Have a great trip!
Great Video!!!!! You did an excellent job!!!
Hey I took a trip from Iowa City, IA to LA and found it's a lot easier to keep track of your ticket if you order online; you have giant sheets of paper, and often get through the line quicker, and can buy tickets from home. I would also recommend, if you are heavier and taking a long trip, to make sure to move around a bit more on the bus or at stops. If you don't, you may be at risk to develop minor DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clot in your leg. I was ok with it, but it can be deadly. Also definitely make friends; will help stuff not get stolen. And keep bags as organized as possible, and try and have as little trash as possible. I'd also recommend, if you have a layover of good duration during your long trip to do a quick search on places you can tidy up, take a shower etc. Was a lifesaver after an initial overnight ending in Denver with a 5 hour layover.Your busmates will appreciate it as well. You said you were laid over in Denver as well? there is a rec center not too far from the station to utilize.
Thanks for the tips! I didn't know there was a rec center close to the Denver greyhound station. I may have to check that out next time I have a layover there.
Good tips. Folks who car travel will get a national gym membership and use facilities all over. Would not have thought of a rec center. Though some gyms have a day use price.
You are right, It is not good to sit for so long. You are sitting for much longer than on a plane flight. Every half hour or so, bend and straighten your legs, feet and toes when you are seated, Take all opportunities to get up to stretch your legs, when there are stops in your journey.
I am preparing for my FALL SEASON GREYHOUND TRIP This On Of OCTOBER of 2016. I took my SUMMER 2016 TRIP This Past SUMMER. My TICKET usually a TICKET BOOKLET when I buy my Ticket and I make a:> PRINT-OUT-SHEETS that I take to My GREYHOUND TERMINAL Here In My City. I Have Went From SOUTH-CENTRAL Of My State and Went To The WEST COAST and Back the EAST COAST. PLUS; Those Changing From GREYHOUND to:> PETER PAN Bus Line; BURLINGTON TRAILWAYS and Other Small Companies.
I'm going on a trip from Indiana to Colorado it's going to be My First EVer greyhound trip I'VE BEEN WATCHING YOU your incredible My friend
thank you for all your advice....... i will traveling from NYC to Orlando Florida
No problem! Hope you can use a few of my tips. Have a great trip!
Hey Thank You so much... I will keep check in your travels..safe one
Thanks for these videos. Appreciate it so very much.
Thank you, Thank you, Thanks. I'm taking a Florida to Iowa trip because severe ear pain n weeks of recovery so flying is out! With your video I went from clueless to informed Rider. Tumi you come across as a professional video instructor and of course experienced bus rider. So THANKS Again and I'll let ya know how it goes 🤞
Great video! thank you! I'll be taking the train :)
I'm gonna try the train out one of these days. I'm just so cheap lol.
Thanks soo much...I am debating taking a long trip on Greyhound and wondered what it might be like...
It will definitely be an adventure if you decide to go lol
I did New York City to Portland once. About 80 hours. No phone. No music. Just a copy of The Silmarillion by Tolkien which I read entirely. It was magical
Taking Greyhound back from my former home state to my new one of Texas on the 8th to start work with a new railroad company. I know about all the issues that may come along, and experiences I've had with quite a few of them, but overall one thing I've noticed is the people you meet. Sure, there's one or two schizos and straight up bad apples of the bunch, but pretty much, a good slew of the passengers you board and roll with are actually pretty decent and even befriended one Air Force guy who sat next to me headed out of Tennessee all the way to Cincinnati, OH. Definitely made the whole trip a hell of a lot smoother looking out for each other the whole rest of the way.
Cool Video Very Interesting Info Just Took a Ride Few Weeks Back From New York City To Dallas Texas First Time
Riding The Gray Hound Bus Please Post more Videos Take Care Bro
great on the tips! thanks for this video
No problem!
Did you ride from Orlando to Dallas/Fort Worth in summer 2011? I think I may have rode with you.
good video, great tips, thanks
My Subway sandwich fell when I was on a Greyhound bus back way before 2003 when I lived in Fresno California now I live in Florida. I went on the Greyhound with my Special Ed Class In California When I Went on a Greyhound trip to Monterey California
Thanks GreyhoundGaru; I have taken Greyhound for a long time and many trips both short and cross-country too, and everything you said is soooo true! I prefer Greyhound as I enjoy the open roads. Also you might want to add that when booking with Greyhound if one knows their trip 7 days of more in advance to book it online as one will get a discount, and even better book with Greyhound Rewards as the reward points do add up, and can be a big discount in one's next of trip. Again Thanks GreyhoundGaru... -Marcus-
Thanks! Those are great tips, I mention them in several of my other videos!
Thank you for the tips!
No problem!
Hey. My mother states that the bus driver should paid closer attention to the suitcase and just to be on the safe side, I should stand out side the bus to make sure the guys get it on. I know the bus driver has to keep a sharp eye on the passenger and he can't take his eyes off the passenger and glance down to see if the baggage guys are doing their job like they are supposed to do. But we will use this video as a reference for future travel on the bus.
Great video, thank you!
Great Video.Im from the U.K thinking about doing NY to LA soon.thanks for the tips.
“There were times that I would have killed for a COKE” 🤣🤣
great vid man ,thanks for info im riding grehhound next week any moretips you can give me
I got a question, how big should your printed tickets be? I printed out tickets that are the size of full papers, are they acceptable?
I think most people use full sheets of paper to print their tickets.
Thanks for advice.
No problem
Last year 2nd weekend in May I took the train from Ann Arbor Michigan to Kansas City Missouri
My train was late and I missed my bus to Fort Smith Arkansas
I was able to take the next bus to Fort Smith after I explained what happened
I had to wait about 6 hours, but I made it down there
Hey guy, thanks for the vids they're really helpful but I have a quick question. I'm about to head on a 40~hour trip across the states. I have 2 bus changes in this route, could you go on about how the changes happen in more detail? Do they happen at night, specific times? etc.
Here is a link to a video I made about making transfers on the Greyhound bus. I hope it answers your questions, if not feel free to ask me any additional questions you may have and I will try to answer them as well. Have a great trip! ruclips.net/video/Yc-knDpo-cA/видео.html
Had a crazy experience, on a greyhound. We where sitting at a rest stop in Wyoming, I was in the front seat. And I witnessed a robbery across the street. The police held our bus up till all information was given
was on a bus to Florida from Pittsburgh, for whatever reason I had to transfer at Port Authority in NYC, traffic was so bad missed the bus to Richmond Virginia by 15 min (a large portion of my bus missed their connections) and I had a 13 hour layover in Port Authority over night in winter. In normal circumstances I would have been able to entertain myself for 13 hours in New York if it wasn't over night, in winter, and if I didn't have really heavy luggage with me. but it was brutal and also freezing in that station
That sounds brutal. You never know how slow time can really pass until you are stuck in a Greyhound bus station for hours and hours.
I've done 1.5-2 Day trips on Greyhound numerous times......Biggest thing is, as long as you have an open mind about it, take it all in stride and be polite to everybody, it'll be fine.
These are always in my backpack when I go on these trips: Trail Mix, Beef Jerky, My Water Bottle, At least 1 change of clothes, My toiletry kit (Deodorant, mouthwash, small toothbrush/toothpaste) And my 2 best friends.....Fresh Wipes and a small bottle of Gold Bond.
I was 4 days! Montreal canada to Washington state. We are elderly too first time travellers
Great Vid....looking to maybe go across country...well...just for the fun of it...
thanks for the advice! Have you ever ridden across Canada? I'm seriously considering going from NYC to Vancouver (almost 4 days), and the Canadian route is 3 hours shorter (however, with more overnight time, which I'm worried about, as I'm a bad sleeper on buses). I notice that there are fewer stops on the Canadian route, and am wondering if that might make sleeping easier?
Why do you not like yourself?.
thank you very insightful and informative
GREAT TIPS I 'M TAKING A TRIP TO PA FROM CHICAGO ILL ALL BY MYSELF YOUR TIPS EASE ME A LOT 'IM A WOMAN WHO GETS SPOOKED ON HORROR STORIES I HEAR BUT NON THE LESS THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO I'M A NEW SUBSCRIBER
Thanks for subbing! I think too many people share the horror stories and not enough people share the other side of the story when a bus trip goes well. Hope you have a good trip!
Don't forget earplugs and something to keep your nose pinched to avoid the "BusPeople Smell"....😂🤓
Veteran of the long Greyhound bus trips myself
great tips. can bring 2 carryons? 1 small luggage and a backpack?
I can't do that "musky" thing. Carry a pack of bath wipes. They don't take up much room and you at least feel clean.
Lol! I know what you mean. Sometimes I take a few spare wash clothes with me and use them for quick 'wipe-offs' in the station bathrooms.
I went from North carolina to California on greyhound bus.
I think longest in the US would have to be something like Alaska to Florida, if they go that far. Otherwise Yukon/British Columbia to Miami or Key West, Florida.
strait forward good tips
Try taking a Greyhound in Canada i do it every year I get on the bus in Ottawa, Ontario and i get off the Bus in Coquitlam British Colombia and it takes 3 days and 3 nights
Hey Tim I'm Going To Myrtle Beach South Carolina On July 31th I'm Traveling From Houston TX Any Tips.. This Is My First Time Going To Myrtle Beach..
Hey Tim I'm Going Myrtle Beach South Carolina In July For My Vacation
Good info,Thanks!
Can you make a video explaining more on the regional carriers for Greyhound (Jefferson Lines, Express Arrow, etc.) and explain like you did the previous comment how that works, what to expect, what's the same and what's different. :)
I like you very honest
Hi. 1985 I round trip on greyhound Tampa to Los Angeles. 4 days one way
I'm going to Chicago from Toronto and the website is telling me that there's no transfer but it's my first time travelling on my own, and I have disabilities so I'm still new at independence.
I had two backpacks with me on the bus. At a stop, the driver said you can leave it on the bus. I said I'm going to take it, he said you don't have too. Well, one of my top rules is this--always take your bags with you no matter what. Don't leave anything on the bus at a stop, or a layover.
Stephen Alicknovic Seems like not having checked luggage would be a nice idea. One less thing to worry about.
Nah I leave mine because there isn't shit in there, lol. Anything of value comes with me.
I was wondering if you could make a video on checking in to the greyhound bus and what to expect
Just made the video you requested ruclips.net/video/b8B82s4K80I/видео.html
I am proud to see vintage Greyhound buses for your thumbnails on some of the videos. On this one, you have an MC-8. Why did Greyhound get ride of some of these vintage buses? right now, if we want to really expand the service like have more routes crossing the US/Mexico border and if we want to do that and increase service on the routes we already have, then we should have kept the older buses, and we should have had the shops should have restored them in addition to buying more buses.
Anything over a few hours and I am off to the Amtrak station :)
I'm planning on booking a roundtrip from Dallas to Houston which only about 4 hours! I'm 20 year old female college student and this will be my first time traveling by myself. I'm nervous from all the horror stories I've heard. I will only be taking one bag small enough to where I can bring it on the bus. Are the trips typically not as bad when traveling 6 hours or less????
Shorter trips are definitely not as bad as long trips. You typically don't have any transfers so you should be able to get on one bus and stay there for the whole trip. I've taken numerous 4 hour trips and they've been a walk in the park compared to some of my longer trips. Just make sure you have a ride waiting for you in Houston and you should be fine.