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Long-distance bus travel can be an interesting, inexpensive, and convenient way to see the United States, especially for travelers who do not drive their own car. Buses reach more places across the nation with greater frequencies than trains in the United States.


== Understand ==
Buses cover more of the country than trains and have more frequent departures, and unlike air travel, there is no hassle of security. Although it is not the fastest way, competition between the various operators makes bus travel generally inexpensive. It is even possible to obtain a trip between two cities for as little as $1.
Most intercity bus services use the interstate highway system for the majority of their routes, thereby taking the fastest route they possibly can.
Most long-distance buses are comfortable. Seats are spacious and sometimes have a small flip-down table, like on an airplane. On-board toilets for passengers are also more common than not. Some bus companies show movies on board. Power outlets and Wi-Fi for passengers' use is increasingly the norm. You can also bring food and drink onboard.
Shorter runs, sometimes up to several hours long, may have no intermediate stops. But on longer routes...