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I took a $46 coach bus from DC to New York City, and I'll never do it again

Elizabeth BlasiAug 13, 2023, 20:04 IST

I rode a bus from Washington, DC, to New York City.Elizabeth Blasi

I rode a $46 FlixBus from Washington, DC, to New York City.
The seats were sufficiently comfortable, but the Wi-Fi didn't work during my trip.

Buses can be a cost-effective and efficient way to travel. I recently booked a $46 FlixBus ticket from Washington, DC, to New York City through the Greyhound site.

But I wasn't completely satisfied with my experience, and it left me wondering whether it's worth it to splurge a little more.

The lack of amenities, noisy passengers, and sneaky extra charges made for an unpleasant (and surprisingly costly) trip.

The tickets were pretty affordable, but I was hit with fees right away.

The bus had four seats in a row with an aisle in the center.Elizabeth Blasi

When I boarded the bus, I was unsurprised by the generic layout and seats.

I had enough room for my bags, but only barely.Elizabeth Blasi

The lack of amenities also applies to food and beverage.

We stopped at a rest area along the way.Elizabeth Blasi

The promise of Wi-Fi fell flat, and I ended up having to spend more.

I had to use a hot spot to get any work done.Elizabeth Blasi

Noisy passengers made for an unpleasant experience.

I was distracted by the other passengers.Elizabeth Blasi

I'll try to find a cheap plane or train ticket next time.

The FlixBus got me from point A to point B, but I'll pick a different mode of transportation next time.Elizabeth Blasi

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