Best of the Best
Only the best of the best ground travel providers consistently go the extra mile to make your trip enjoyable, comfortable and safe. These winners and honorees put passengers first, and it’s reflected in the heaps of positive reviews they received in 2021.
Best Ground Travel Provider in the United States
1. Amtrak
Amtrak, the largest passenger rail network in the country, received the highest average rating from Wanderu users in 2021. Amtrak comprises more than 40 regional trains, and on every Amtrak line, the onboard experience is top-notch: from the comfortable seats and reliable Wi-Fi, to the dining cars and friendly crew. According to passengers, for the best travel experience, riding the rails with Amtrak is the way to go.
“I had a very comfortable and spacious ride. I would recommend Amtrak as the best form of travel possible.”Nick (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
2. Concord Coach Lines & Vamoose Bus
Tied for #2
Concord Coach Lines
“The staff were amazing! Highly recommend.”Samantha (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
Vamoose Bus
“Clean and comfortable environment and on-time arrival.”Denine (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
3. Sprinter Bus
“One of the best bus rides I’ve ever had.”Jason (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
4. BestBus
“The bus was clean, on time. Journey was fast and easy.”Juhishree (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
5. Adirondack Trailways
“I can’t think of anything to improve. It was all wonderful.”Nichole (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
Best Bus Service in the United States
1. Concord Coach Lines & Vamoose Bus
Tied for #1
Concord Coach Lines
“I can’t think of a single thing to criticize.”Pamela (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
Vamoose Bus
Of the hundreds of bus companies in the United States, Vamoose stood out for its commitment to comfort onboard and is tied for the #1 Best Bus Service in the United States. Vamoose serves the New York City to Washington, D.C. area and consistently impresses passengers on this busy route with its on-time performance, comfortable coaches, and helpful crew.
“First time riding the bus and I absolutely loved the experience.”Marilyn (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
2. Sprinter Bus
“The driver was amazing, the bus was clean, and the ride was comfortable.”Sonia (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
3. BestBus
“It felt like a very community-driven bus ride.”Matt (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
4. Adirondack Trailways
“Everything was great! Clean, on-time, friendly staff.”David (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
5. Go Buses
“Timing was perfect and the drivers drove very safely!”Sristam (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
Best Train Line in the United States
1. Amtrak Pere Marquette & Amtrak Ethan Allen Express
Tied for #1
Amtrak Pere Marquette
Obviously, Amtrak dominates the United States’ passenger rail service, but we wanted to look even closer to see which of their individual lines go above and beyond. The Pere Marquette tied for the #1 Best Train Service thanks to its reliable and comfortable service between Grand Rapids, MI and Chicago, IL. Lucky you, Michiganders!
“Great overall experience and very quick. The conductors were super friendly.”Rita (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
Amtrak Ethan Allen Express
Amtrak’s Ethan Allen Express runs daily across New York and Vermont, traveling through some of the Northeast’s most scenic landscapes – especially gorgeous when covered in fall foliage. More than just the scenery launches the Ethan Allen Express to the top, though. Passengers rated this line highly for its comfortable seats, impeccable on-time performance, and helpful onboard crew.
“Clean train, seats were comfortable, on time service.”Alison (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
2. Amtrak Heartland Flyer
“Best form of transportation I've ever traveled on.”Tonya (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
3. Amtrak Hiawatha
“It was comfortable and the staff was very pleasant and funny.”Linda (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
4. Amtrak Capitol Corridor & Amtrak Saluki
Tied for #4
Amtrak Capitol Corridor
“Prompt arrival and departure. Comfortable seats. Good value!”Khadija (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
Amtrak Saluki
“Everything about my train travel was excellent.”Ruth (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
5. Amtrak Keystone Service
“Everything was perfect. I could not find one thing to improve upon.”Brad (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
Best Ground Travel Provider in Canada
1. The Canada Bus
“Very pleasantly surprised at how nice the bus was and how helpful the driver was. Definitely highly recommended!”Cito (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
2. ebus
“Overall, it was an excellent trip.”Ashley (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
3. VIA Rail
“Great service - a quick, easy, economical and pleasant way to travel.”Jeremy (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
4. Ontario Northland
“I wouldn’t change anything, I really enjoyed my travel experience.”Demetrios (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
5. Cold Shot Bus
“The trip was smooth sailing, the staff were nice and approachable.”Leopoldo (Wanderu User)See more reviews ››
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