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About Megabus

Megabus is an intercity bus company which began operating in North America in 2006, after the success of its counterpart, Megabus Europe. Originally providing bus service on routes in the Midwest between cities like Chicago, Indianapolis, and Detroit, Megabus has expanded its network of bus routes to include over a dozen cities across the United States and Canada. Some of Megabus' top routes include Washington, DC to New York City, New York City to Philadelphia, Richmond to Atlanta, and Milwaukee to Chicago.

Megabus is known for its famous $1 ticket deals, as well as its double decker buses with panoramic windows offering some extra scenic views on your travels. Buses are also equipped with air conditioning, onboard restrooms, power outlets, and access to free WiFi. Plus, you can feel good about the green certification of Megabus vehicles.

Megabus is an excellent choice for affordable, dependable, and comfortable travel, whether on a long journey or a quick trip.

Megabus Amenities

Air conditioningAir conditioning
RestroomRestroom
Power outletPower outlet

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Megabus bus coverage

Daily Trips432
stations77
cities68
countries2

What travelers are saying about Megabus

Here’s what Wanderu users who have booked trips with Megabus had to say about their travel experience.

Traveling During COVID-19

“They took COVID safety precautions seriously.”
based on 270 reviews

Onboard Experience

“The WiFi actually worked for the entire trip”
based on 804 reviews
“I’ll travel with them again just for the staff!”
based on 1269 reviews
“Really cheap tickets and really good service.”
based on 1703 reviews
“The bus got there on time.”
based on 1625 reviews
“Seats were really comfy and spacious”
based on 1433 reviews
“The bus was almost suspiciously clean”
based on 1648 reviews

Megabus reviews from Wanderu customers

Overall review score for Megabus

(Based on 2271 reviews)

4.0
Ratings (Out of 5)
Comfort

3.8

Timeliness

4.3

Staff

3.9

Value

3.7

Condition

4.1

Megabus passenger reviews

4.0

Cory

June 19, 2026- Visiting family

Toronto to Montreal

Not a lot of noise

4.0

Zuzeth

January 1, 2026- Couples trip

Toronto to Montreal

Pros: good thing we had the reserved seats as I noticed its so hard to get a good seat for general seating. Cons: extra room for leg. Tips: reserved a seat while you can especially when traveling on holidays.

5.0

Maxoni

December 28, 2025- Business

Toronto to Montreal

Pros: It was peaceful. Cons: Nothing but deists. Tips: No.

5.0

Natasha

December 24, 2025- Visiting family

Binghamton to New York

Good

5.0

Lucy

December 24, 2025- Visiting family

Binghamton to New York

Pros: Careful driver Minimal traffic jam Made good time. Cons: Nothing Except give the driver a raise. Tips: Arrive early download coach app Avoid standing in line.

Megabus Routes & Network

Megabus’s bus network features 560 bus routes that connect 68 cities serving 77 stations. On average, Megabus performs about 432 bus trips every day. The top cities to which Megabus offers the highest number of daily bus service include Washington and Richmond.

Top Cities Served by Megabus

CityRouteEarliest busLatest bus
New York1910:10 am10:05 pm
Washington810:45 am10:10 pm

Most popular Megabus routes

The bus from Washington to Richmond is Megabus’s most popular route. Trips from Blacksburg to Washington and Christiansburg to Washington are also highly popular.

Top Megabus routes

RouteDaily TripsDurationPrice
Washington to Richmond12h 15m$29
Blacksburg to Washington16h 15m$54
Christiansburg to Washington25h 45m$50
Dulles to Blacksburg15h 5m$46
Christiansburg to Dulles24h 35m$43
Toronto to Niagara Falls151h 35m$5
Harrisonburg to Washington23h 20m$40
Toronto to Montreal127h 9m$19
Binghamton to New York43h 40m$19

Megabus Bus Guide & FAQs

Megabus is famous for its $1 tickets; occasionally, there are even free trips. It is true that all Megabus tickets start at $1, but there is a very limited number of these low priced tickets for each trip. Basically it works on a first come, first served basis. The only way to guarantee a $1 fare is to be the first customer to purchase a ticket for your trip. Therefore, you should plan on booking as early as possible.

For more details, check out our full guide on Megabus discounts and promos.

Megabus luggage policy states that each passenger is allowed one piece of luggage and one carry-on bag. The luggage must weigh less than 50 pounds and must be under 62 inches in dimension when its length, width, and height are added together. The carry-on item must be small enough to fit in either the overhead compartment or under the seat in front of you.

No, unfortunately Megabus does not offer WiFi aboard its buses at this time. However, we find that a good book makes the time fly by and streaming services like Netflix allow you download TV shows and movies that you can then watch during your trip. Plan ahead and you will stay entertained during the entire bus ride.

Yes, there are power outlets onboard Megabus buses. You can generally find one or two sockets per row of seats, so be a good traveller and check if your seat neighbor might want to charge up their devices as well. With the onboard power outlets, you can charge both a computer and USB devices with a USB power adapter that typically comes with most phones and tablets.

Since Megabus might sometimes use replacement bus vehicles, not all trips are guaranteed to have power points. We recommend to bring a power bank to charge your phone for all trips over 2 hours, just in case.

Today, Megabus makes 432 scheduled trips a day. The schedule varies depending on the route and day of week. The best way to find the exact schedule for your route is to enter a search at the top of this page.

No, Megabus does not offer will call tickets. You should purchase your tickets online and make sure you have everything you need to board before you arrive at the station.

Yes, Megabus requires you to present an ID to an agent to be allowed to board the bus. Make sure you have identification issued by a government agency that meets the carrier’s requirements. Alternative IDs, such as a college ID, won’t work.

Yes, there are bathrooms on Megabus buses. The bathrooms are pretty basic and include a toilet, toilet paper and hand sanitizer. Most bathrooms don’t have running water. As you will be using a bathroom on a moving vehicle, please use caution and hold on to a rail at all times.

Megabus does not offer meals or beverages onboard. We recommend you bring a drink and some snacks for your trip. We also suggest packing a reusable water bottle with you to reduce your impact on the environment. However, note that most buses do not allow you to bring your own alcoholic drinks.

Yes, Megabus requires that all passengers have printed tickets to board the bus. When you book with Wanderu and activate your account, you will be able to easily find and download your tickets for most buses.

Megabus focuses on delivering a great travel experience at a low price and currently does not offer premium features like extra legroom or onboard entertainment. But these days, between your laptop, tablet, smartphone and e-reader, you’re the master of your own entertainment even on longer journeys.

Cheap Megabus tickets recently found on Wanderu

With 432 Megabus trips per day, there are a lot of great deals to uncover for the bargain hunter and Megabus tickets start at just $4.99. Check out some of the latest and greatest deals snatched up by Wanderu users.

How do I get the best deal on Megabus tickets?

Wanderu is the best place to score cheap Megabus tickets with the lowest available fares every day. Plus, you can compare Megabus prices with trips offered by other bus companies to be sure you’re getting the best deal on your tickets!

Pro travelers know that booking your ticket well in advance is key to finding the lowest price. Ticket prices normally go up the closer you get to the travel date, so don’t miss out on a good deal when you see one. If you can be flexible with your travel date, you can also get cheap tickets by traveling on weekdays instead of weekends.

When you’re ready to book, type your departure city and destination city in the search bar above, select your travel date, and let Wanderu work its magic to show you all of the best bus and train ticket prices available for your trip. Pick the ticket that’s best for your budget, schedule, and preferences, and complete the booking right on Wanderu to secure your great deal.

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