Update: The Washington Post has set up its on survey of DC to New York buses today (8/28/09). What's your preference?
I've been taking the bus up to New York from DC to visit family for years now. I love the fact that there are so many more choices now. If I could afford it, I would just take Amtrak because I love the comfort level and not having to worry about traffic. But I still find it ridiculous that Amtrak costs so much. I mean really, does it make any sense that it costs less to go from DC to the Midwest than it does to New York? I especially love the convenience recently of having two bus carriers -Megabus and BoltBus - right up the street from where I live and there are plenty of departure times at all hours. But comfortable? Not so much. I do like the comfort of Washington Deluxe, but the schedule is limited. So, I still haven't found that perfect combination of comfort, convenience (location, schedules, payment methods, etc.), and affordability. Of course, I'm sure I haven't exhausted all possible options though either. I'm curious to know what others think. Do you Mega, Bolt, or do something else to get out of town and why?
Saturday, July 18, 2009
Mega vs. Bolt
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Reading this is reminding me of all the years husband was here and I was in NYC - ultimately, nothing beats the train for comfort (and we tried every bus line). I find Bolt comfortable,but they had 2 hour delays more than once, and it sucks to be standing in teh rain waiting for a bus. I also like the DC2NY busy just because it's literally a 5minute walk from our DC apartment, but their seats are so narrow and have no leg room.
I liked the leg room on Bolt but found the seats hard. And it seems like Mega tries to pack people in like sardines in a tin can. Thanks for tip about DC2NY!
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