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03-17-2009, 08:17 AM
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Is Greyhound safe?
I am planning a trip from FL to NC on Greyhound. Flights are too expensive during Spring Break and the bus is the cheaper alternative. However, I am a bit concerned. Is the bus a safe way to travel? Thanks.
Last edited by CLTKing; 03-17-2009 at 09:08 AM..
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03-17-2009, 08:38 AM
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I used it a lot as a young person, and my sons and their friends have used it here in north Florida with no trouble at all.
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03-17-2009, 11:55 AM
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Safe if you use your normal good judgement. The people and incidents you'll encounter along the way will range from amusing to bizarre, however...  |
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03-17-2009, 08:50 PM
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I took a Greyhound bus from harrisburg to DC last Saturday. It was very safe, very quiet, and actually kind of relaxing. However I have also heard Greyhound horror storries both in effiency and safety. The main thing I would do if I were you is bring entertainment on board. It is a long trip.
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03-19-2009, 02:55 PM
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Well I decided NOT to take Greyhound on such a long trip. I have read plenty of horrible stories about it and decided that I rather not be a victim. Thanks all for your suggestions...but I am flying.
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03-19-2009, 05:13 PM
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Its slower and you meet a different clientele than in air travel. But its generally safe.
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03-20-2009, 05:43 PM
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As long as you are on the bus, you are safe. But the neighborhoods around the bus stations are pretty sketchy.
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03-20-2009, 07:40 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jtur88
As long as you are on the bus, you are safe. But the neighborhoods around the bus stations are pretty sketchy.
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Yes...very good point. Dont ask any locals to watch your stuff. |
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03-20-2009, 11:15 PM
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Greyhound use to be every safe and a good way to see the country.But like everything nowdays with the nuts around its like walking down the wrong side of town really.
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03-21-2009, 09:46 PM
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Yes it's safe. I used to take the Greyhound with some family back in my youth days.
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