Traveling is much faster these days, which is a shame if you live in a busy place where every minute counts. Even so, some people like to take the bus, which is the traditional way to get around. Let’s look at some of the reasons why buses won’t be out of service for long.
Bus tickets that are cheap
Even though plane tickets can be bought for very low prices right now, bus tickets are more common and there are more times to choose from. Tickets are usually 50% off, and kids, students, and people over 65 often get discounts as well. When you think about how much money you’ve saved by taking the bus instead of, say, driving (on gas, tolls, etc. ), it’s easy to see why buses are the most cost-effective option.
Wi-Fi and plugs for power
Many bus companies have finally figured out what their long-distance passengers want most: an electrical outlet and free Internet. Other than buses, there is no other way to travel that offers this benefit. You don’t have to worry about your battery running out, and if you can’t sleep on the bus, you can just connect to Wi-Fi and watch movies to “waste time.”
Sometimes takes a break and stops
It can be hard to travel long distances by train or plane, especially if you can’t sit still for long periods of time. You can still use the bathroom on a plane or train, but that’s pretty much it. When you travel by bus, the driver will stop for a few short breaks and one longer break (about 25 minutes) so you can stretch your legs, get a cup of coffee, and eat a small lunch. Also, it’s much easier to use the bathrooms at a gas station, which are often cleaned by women, than it is to try to fit into one of those tiny toilets on an airplane.
There’s no need to worry about bags getting lost
Before a trip, no one has ever not thought about the possibility of losing their luggage. And when you get there, you have to anxiously watch the luggage carousel for your bag, which can be annoying. Buses, on the other hand, are not like this! You give your bags to the bus driver, who puts them in the compartment, and you’re ready to go. The most important thing is that you can bring as much luggage as you want. You don’t have to worry about going over the weight limit or having to pay extra for going over. Just bring what you need and we’ll take care of the rest.
There is more comfort in the seats
Long-distance travel is rarely fun, but bus seats are a little bit better than seats on planes or trains. First of all, there is more room for your legs. When your knees keep hitting the seat in front of you, it can be really annoying, and if you can’t switch seats, it can be a nightmare if you have to travel for more than a few hours. On buses, you won’t have that problem because you can change your seat as much as you want. Just make sure the person behind you doesn’t mind.
How cancellations are handled
Most bus companies let you cancel your ticket and get a full refund or a small cancellation fee. You don’t even need a good reason. Usually, you only need to cancel at least 48 hours before your flight, but this varies from airline to airline. In either case, you will get back most of what you put into it. But when you buy an airline ticket, 99% of the time you can’t get your money back. This means that if something comes up and you can’t go, you will definitely lose your money. Because of this, taking the bus is a much better option.
