Can you take large items on the bus?

Can you take large items on the bus? Yes you can! As long as there is room under the bus, oversized luggage is allowed on Greyhound buses for an extra fee. The fee varies depending on the size of your luggage and will be paid directly at the bus station upon checking in the bus.

Do Greyhound buses have bathrooms?

On-board restroom We do stop for rest breaks, but it's good to know there's a restroom on board each bus if you need it.

What is something that is prohibited on the bus?

No pets or dangerous objects. No animals of any kind are allowed on the bus with the exception of guide dogs. Dangerous objects are anything that could cause an injury if mishandled. Other items, such as skateboards, are not allowed on the bus. These include any object that could be used as a weapon.

How big of a bag can you take on a bus?

Baggage policy for Greyhound, Megabus, Trailways and more Added up (length + width + height), check-in bags should be no larger than 62 inches or 158 centimeters. The typical size of the overhead compartment in buses is 9x16x20 inches (22.8×40.5×50.8 cm).

Can you take a pocket knife on a Greyhound bus?

Traveling by Rail and Bus Generally speaking, this policy is not as strictly enforced as the TSA policies, but its lack of enforcement does not mean the laws and regulations don't exist. Greyhound allows knives in stowed luggage but not on your person or carry-on.

What is the best luggage for bus travel?

Carry-On Best Practices A small suitcase or duffel bag should suffice for most group trips, but we especially recommend using a tote or backpack as your carry-on—something big enough to hold the things you need handy during the trip, but soft enough to squish under the seat or overhead.

How do Greyhound bus drivers sleep?

Going to bed means going to either the hotel or the dorm to get a minimum of nine hours off duty before they call you back in. Sometimes they call you exactly nine hours from when you pulled in, sometimes you'll be sitting there for days.

Is FlixBus better than Greyhound?

I have used Flixbus several times in Europe and Greyhound twice in the USA. Flixbus is way better than Greyhound in all areas such as comfort, facilities, leg space etc. Prices are almost same in both companies. If I were to give scores to both bus companies, I would give Greyhound 5 and Flixbus 8 out of 10.

Can you take coffee on a bus?

To keep buses clean and safe, any food or drink you bring on board must be in a closed container that is spill-proof. Coffee and other beverages can be consumed on board provided the beverage is carried in a sturdy container with a lid that will prevent the liquid from spilling.

What can you take with you on a bus?

What should we not do while Travelling by bus?

Respect the personal space of co-passengers Also, do not sit on anyone else's seat or put your belongings on it. Similarly, if you are travelling with children, who typically have a shorter attention span than adults, then make sure to pack games, colouring books, stories, etc. for them.

What can you not bring on a Greyhound bus?

Absolutely no alcohol, drugs or weapons anywhere on the bus (including in your under the bus baggage).

What are the unwritten rules of the bus?

Wait for others to exit the bus before boarding (if the same door is used for in and out). Board quickly and move ahead to make space for others. If there is a free seat, sit down. Store your baggage safely so that it does not endanger others and does not occupy other seats.

Does backpack count as carry-on?

A carry on bag is your larger, primary bag, which you'll stow in the overhead bin. A backpack can be your carry on if it meets your airline's carry on size limits. A personal item is a smaller, secondary bag, which you'll stow under the seat in front of you.