Halloween is here, and if you listen closely, America’s highways are whispering…ghost stories, eerie legends, and a little mischief. For 250 years, this country has been alive with history, mystery, and adventure — and for over a century, Greyhound has been the trusty companion helping travelers explore it all.
From haunted mansions and eerie cemeteries to historic battlefields and ghostly inns, Greyhound has carried curious souls to the spookiest corners of the nation. Whether you’re chasing chills or just a good story, we’ll get you there comfortably and at a price that won’t scare you. So, this Halloween, pack your courage (and maybe some candy), grab your travel companions, and hop on board to explore these famously haunted destinations — all easily reachable by a Greyhound bus.
Eastern State Penitentiary – Philadelphia, PA
First, head to Philadelphia and step inside the crumbling cellblocks of Eastern State Penitentiary. Once home to infamous inmates like Al Capone, the prison now echoes with stories of solitude, punishment, and redemption, making it one of the most haunted attractions in the country.
Greyhound stop: 199 Spring Garden St., Philadelphia, PA 19123
Savannah Historic District – Savannah, GA
Continue down the East Coast to America’s most haunted cities, Savannah, Georgia, where moss-draped streets and historic squares are steeped in ghostly tales. Candlelit walking tours and haunted inns reveal the city’s rich history and lingering spirits.
Greyhound stop: 610 W. Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah, GA 31401
The French Quarter – New Orleans, Louisiana
Next stop: the French Quarter in New Orleans. Few cities embrace the supernatural like NOLA. Between jazz echoes, flickering gas lamps, and creole mansions, ghostly legends come alive: from haunted hotels to eerie above-ground cemeteries. In this city, history, mystery, and the supernatural intertwine creating an unforgettable haunted experience at every turn.
Greyhound stop: 1001 Loyola Ave., New Orleans, LA 70113
Ohio State Reformatory – Mansfield, Ohio
Head west to a towering prison and now a legend in its own right, the Ohio State Reformatory which has earned a ghostly reputation. Known for its Gothic architecture and chilling past, visitors report cold spots, whispers, and the eerie sense of being watched as they wander through the cell blocks.
Greyhound stop: Stander Ave. & O' Possum Run Rd., Mansfield, OH 44903
The Queen Mary – Long Beach, CA
Finish your haunted highway journey on the West Coast aboard the Queen Mary, a retired luxury liner rumored to be one of the most haunted ships in the world. Visitors report footsteps echoing down empty corridors and whispers from long-departed passengers.
Greyhound stop: 1498 Long Beach Blvd., 90813 Long Beach, CA
For more than a century, Greyhound has connected people to the places that define America’s spirit—and sometimes, its spirits.
Where will your haunted highway take you next?
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