Question: How To Ride A Greyhound Bus?

How does riding a Greyhound bus work?

Greyhound uses three classes of fares. Economy and Economy Extra passengers pay nonrefundable fares, are charged $20 to make ticket changes, and get one free carry-on and one free checked bag. Economy Extra passengers also get priority boarding and earn more rewards points than Economy passengers.

Why is Greyhound bus so bad?

Because they’re dirt cheap since a destination that would take 3 hours from a to b in a car takes 5 or 6 hours due to detours and layovers. The plain fact is that more poor people take the bus because it is cheap.

How do you get on a Greyhound bus without ID?

I spoke with Greyhound Customer service on June 21, 2019. A person without an official ID has one option, which is to pre-pay a ticket online. It has an $18.00 fee on top of the ticket price and is only available in the United States, but it may be your only option.

What do I need to bring on a Greyhound bus?

Pack snacks — food can’t be bought on the bus, so you’ll have to wait for stops to purchase it. Bring a lot of water with you. If you’re traveling overnight, bring a blanket — the bus can get very chilly! Pack your phone charger in your carry -on bag, not your checked luggage; the buses have outlets.

Do Greyhound buses stop for food?

We don’t sell food or drink on our buses, so it’s a good idea to stock up on food and drinks before boarding (not alcoholic drinks though, they’re not allowed). But if you forget, the bus does stop frequently (check your itinerary to see how often), and some stops will have places to buy food.

Is it safe to sleep on a Greyhound bus?

And while sleeping on the Greyhound bus might not be the most comfortable zzz’s you’ll ever get, it is possible. Especially if you bring along the proper sleep aides.

Is there WIFI on Greyhound?

Wi-Fi is free on all Greyhound buses, and for all passengers.

Does Greyhound bus check your bags?

They check your bags, but only carry on. If they have reason to think drugs or something suspicious is being transported then they bring in dogs and actual police.

Do Greyhound busses have bathrooms?

Yes, there are bathrooms on all Greyhound buses. They are located at the rear of the bus. They are pretty basic and only contain a toilet and hopefully some toilet paper.

How can I travel without an ID?

You may still fly on US domestic flights, provided that you go through additional identity and security screening at the TSA security checkpoint. So the bottom line is yes, you can fly domestically without a driver’s license, or other government-issued photo ID if either was lost or stolen.

Can a 17 year old ride Greyhound alone?

Travelers ages 17 and up Travelers 17 years of age and older pay the full fare and are allowed to travel unaccompanied with no restrictions.

Can I give my Greyhound ticket to someone else?

On the day you travel, just head to the departure gate with your ticket. Print at Home tickets are non-transferable, so you can ‘t give them to someone else.

Which is cheaper Greyhound or Amtrak?

Amtrak is more comfortable, Greyhound is more flexible. Greyhound is cheap and goes everywhere, but is the least pleasant possible experience. Amtrak is lovely but much much more expensive (e.g. $100+ for a 3 hour ride).

Does Greyhound have a weight limit?

Maximum weight for checked baggage is 50 pounds (22.5 kg) per individual piece of baggage. A charge of $15 will be charged for any baggage above the 50 lbs limit. Baggage must not exceed 62 inches (157 cm) when adding the total exterior dimensions of the piece (length + width + height).

Can you talk on the phone on Greyhound?

“ Do not allow your cell phones to ring throughout this bus please as they do and they will disturb Greyhound’s PAYING customers. We are not going to sit up here for four-and-a-half hours listening to cell phones ringing throughout this bus,” he is heard saying in the video.