- United States
What are the most popular routes to United States?
| Route | Average price | Average duration | Daily departures | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago - Milwaukee | Average priceCLP 33,385 | Average duration1h 45m | Daily departures41 | |
| Milwaukee - Chicago | Average priceCLP 21,539 | Average duration1h 29m | Daily departures14 | |
| Washington - New York City | Average priceCLP 38,030 | Average duration5h | Daily departures136 | |
| Washington - New York City | Average priceCLP 85,461 | Average duration3h 22m | Daily departures40 | |
| Orlando - Miami | Average priceCLP 32,758 | Average duration4h 45m | Daily departures78 | |
| New York City - Montreal | Average priceCLP 78,175 | Average duration10h 20m | Daily departures53 | |
| New York City - Montreal | Average priceCLP 73,830 | Average duration12h 1m | Daily departures2 | |
| Boston - New York City | Average priceCLP 79,646 | Average duration3h 57m | Daily departures59 | |
| New York City - Boston | Average priceCLP 38,545 | Average duration4h 40m | Daily departures123 | |
| New York City - Boston | Average priceCLP 79,646 | Average duration4h 5m | Daily departures57 |
Travelling by bus in the US
Rolling up the East Coast, from Charleston to Boston
Many travellers dream of taking the Great American Road Trip and travelling the highway from town to town across the United States. How about taking the journey in the form of a cross-country bus trip?

Charleston | Washington DC | Philadelphia | New York | Boston
Travelling by bus lets you leave the “how are we getting there” part of the planning to the experts – all you have to do is sit back and enjoy the ride. Companies, like Greyhound and Megabus, have established many routes across the country and are popular with students and budget travellers, while Greyhound, the biggest bus company in the country, has a combination of bus lines that makes it possible to go nearly anywhere.
If you choose to travel from coast to coast, keep in mind the sheer size of the country. Bus rides through the middle of the US can stretch 15 to 20 hours or longer. If you have limited time or patience, it is better to choose one region of the US to explore thoroughly. The following bus trip concentrates on the East Coast of the United States, which is rich in historical and interesting cities.
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Bus companies coverage in the US
Greyhound
Greyhound bus company has the largest coverage in the United States, with more than 260K bus routes and 16K daily departures in the US and in Canada. You can go from East to the Weast coast only with Greyhound buses! Founded in 1914, Greyhound offers cheap bus trips across the US from convenient bus stops in big and small cities.
BestBus
Bestbus operates affordable buses with coverage in the northeast states and cities of the US (New York, Virginia, Delaware). With BestBus you can easily plan a trip from New York to Washington D.C. by bus. BestBus have departures from many convenient bus stations such as Penn Station in NYC or Dupont and Union Station in Washington D.C.
Ourbus
Ourbus operates intercity buses, launched in 2016 the coverage of buses is spread across the United States. The cities where you can find many Ourbus departures are Washington DC, New York and Philadelphia. Ourbus coverage is primarily in the northeast of the United States but you can book also bus tickets in Connecticut, Florida and many other states in the US.
Red Coach
RedCoach operating affordable and comfortable buses across Florida. Since 2010, with Red Coach large coverage in Florida you can easily book your bus tickets to do a trip between many cities and places in Florida; Miami, Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach.
What popular bus companies operate in United States?
Why choose Busbud?
The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets
Busbud makes bus travel easy. We help travellers find a bus, plot routes, and book intercity bus tickets all over the world. With several language and currency options available, Busbud seeks to cater to international bus travellers no matter where they are in the world. Busbud prides itself on its worldwide partnerships. We make it possible for you to buy tickets with its large network of trustworthy bus partners like Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others.
Frequently asked questions about travelling in the United States
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much does a bus ticket cost in the United States?
Bus travel in the United States is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was CLP 107,355. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighbouring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights.
Example fares in the United States:
Chicago ↔ Milwaukee (average: CLP 33,385)
Washington ↔ New York City (average: CLP 38,030)
Orlando ↔ Miami (average: CLP 32,758)What is the best way to travel around United States?
While you can choose from different transportation options, Buses, Trains and Shuttles are usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore United States:
- Bus: 100401 routes
- Train: 42941 routes
- Shuttle: 112 routes
- Carpool: 1 routesHow do I book bus and train tickets in the United States?
Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare schedules and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play, Download on the App Store.
Do I need cash, or can I pay by card in the United States?
When buying Bus or Train tickets in the United States with Busbud we accept the following payment methods: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, China Union Pay, Diners Club Canada, Discover Click to Pay, JCB payment, Klarna (Pay over time), Google Pay
Currency: United States Dollar (USD) is the main currency.How do I travel from Chicago to Milwaukee by bus?
How do I get from United States to neighbouring countries by bus or train?
The buses connecting with major cities in neighbouring countries are:
New York City ↔ Montreal, Canada
New York City ↔ Toronto, Canada
New York City ↔ Niagara Falls, Canada
Bellingham ↔ Vancouver, Canada
The trains that connect to major cities in neighbouring countries are:
New York City ↔ Montreal, Canada
Seattle ↔ Vancouver, Canada
Bellingham ↔ Vancouver, CanadaWhat are the most popular airports in United States?
You can find train and bus routes to and from some major airports. For example: Phoenix Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, Baltimore Airport, Miami International Airport, Buffalo Airport, Milwaukee Airport, Fort Lauderdale International Airport, Seattle-International Airport (SEA), Manchester–Boston Regional Airport, Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport



