Best by Passenger Type
Ground travel is accessible to passengers from all walks of life. However, certain kinds of travelers do hit the road or rails more often than most. To gain their perspective, we looked at the average ratings from passengers who identified their journeys as a daily commute, a regular business trip, or as the occasional adventure of a college student. These savvy travelers have spoken and here are their faves…
Commuters' Favorite
1. BestBus
Commuters are difficult to impress, since they make the same trip back and forth, over and over. Consistency is the key to their heart. BestBus earned the most love from commuters, with exceptionally high ratings on the carrier’s main routes, including from NYC to DC.
“BestBus is my preferred bus company traveling between Washington, D.C. and NYC.”Henry (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
2. Amtrak
“Convenient, fast, and stress free.”Shamika (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
3. Adirondack Trailways
“I can always rely on the bus to get me to and from my destination safely and timely.”Kenea (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
4. Barons Bus & Concord Coach Lines
Tied for #4
Concord Coach Lines
“Affordable and very friendly, on-time service!”Gabriel (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
5. Go Buses & VIA Rail
Tied for #5
Go Buses
“Great commute services, on time arrival and comfortable ride.”Pratik (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
VIA Rail
“No stress dealing with traffic, the train was right on time.”Darlene (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
Business Travelers' Favorite
1. Amtrak & Barons Bus
Tied for #1
Amtrak
It’s no surprise that the winner of the Best Wi-Fi award is also beloved by business travelers. Based on trips which passengers identified as business-related, Amtrak tied for the highest average rating. Even those who did not upgrade to Amtrak’s Business Class still appreciated the reliable Wi-Fi, spacious seats, and punctuality of Amtrak’s trains.
“The train was nice and quiet, good for working.”Lauryn (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
Barons Bus
Barons Bus is a Midwest bus company whose modern fleet of buses with free Wi-Fi and power outlets undoubtedly contributed to the high ratings from business travelers. Barons Bus’ stellar service to cities like Chicago, Detroit, and Indianapolis makes it a favorite among business travelers, in the top spot alongside Amtrak.
“Driver was very helpful and we got there right on time.”Charles (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
2. New York Trailways
“This was a lifesaver when all the trains were canceled.”Charissa (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
3. Jefferson Lines
“Jefferson bus line is very convenient for me and makes my job easier.”Stacie (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
4. OurBus
“I appreciated the speed of the drive and the professionalism of the driver.”Fenway (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
5. Peter Pan Bus Lines
“Atmosphere is quiet and the drivers are polite and professional.”Neithe (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
Students' Favorite
1. BestBus
Whether traveling home from campus, or on weekend outings with friends, students found that BestBus was indeed the best bus for their needs. BestBus operates most of its routes from D.C. or New York City, and because it provides top-notch service at an affordable price, it ranked the highest among student passengers.
“The value is unbeatable.”Marjorie (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
2. Amtrak & Go Buses
Tied for #2
3. OurBus
“Cheap, timely, and reliable. Lights were available overhead for reading.”Romaniya (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
4. Greyhound
“Awesome experience, will definitely book again.”Stephania (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
5. Peter Pan Bus Lines
“The ride was super comfortable, I couldn't help but doze off the entire time.”Sravya (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
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