As the demand for affordable and convenient travel options rises across North America, Greyhound has introduced a fleet of 60 brand-new buses, marking a major step in its commitment to transform the passenger experience.
As the demand for affordable and convenient travel options rises across North America, Greyhound has introduced a fleet of 60 brand-new buses, marking a major step in its commitment to transform the passenger experience.
Flix North America Inc., the parent company of the long-distance bus service providers FlixBus and Greyhound, is pleased to announce the appointment of Rodney Surber as chief operating officer of Greyhound.
Dallas, May 20. 2024 - Greyhound, the largest provider of intercity bus transportation in North America, is excited to announce the launch of its new service to St. Albans, VT on Wednesday, June 19, 2024. This new location offers four daily schedules to popular destinations such as Boston, Burlington, VT, and Montreal, making it the closest destination in the US to Canada, just 90 minutes from Montreal.
Customers can board Greyhound buses at the corner of North Main Street and Bank Street in downtown St. Albans, conveniently located near several restaurants. This new service will provide residents and visitors with a convenient and affordable way to travel to major cities in the Northeast, without the hassle of driving or the expense of airfare.
"We are thrilled to expand our service to St. Albans and provide our customers with more options for travel," said Wes Pennington, Manager of Agency Operations for Greyhound. "With our new location, customers can easily access popular destinations in the Northeast, including the bustling city of Boston, the charming town of Burlington, and the vibrant city of Montreal.
In conjunction with its partner brand FlixBus, customers can now book travel with FlixBus and Greyhound on either brand’s websites and apps and benefit from an extended network reaching more than 2,300 destinations across North America.
Tickets are now available at Greyhound.com and FlixBus.com or through the Greyhound or FlixBus mobile apps, and follow along on Facebook, Instagram, and X (Twitter).
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Flix North America Inc., the parent company of FlixBus Inc. and Greyhound Lines, Inc., is a leading provider of long-distance bus transportation in North America. We’re a subsidiary of Germany-based Flix SE, a global travel technology company operating bus and train services in more than 40 countries across four continents. Greyhound and FlixBus, together with their trusted partners, offer the most extensive coast-to-coast network of intercity bus routes, providing travelers with affordable and sustainable transportation options to over 1,800 destinations in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. More than 12 million passengers ride with us each year. Our mission is to keep communities connected and help drive affordable and sustainable travel for everyone. For more information, please visit our website.
Dallas, January 10, 2024 – Greyhound Lines Inc., the largest provider of intercity bus transportation in North America, will begin service in Jackson, Mississippi beginning on Wednesday, December 6, 2023. Customers will board at Jackson Union Station, located at 300 W. Capitol Street in downtown Jackson. The new service will not only provide easy access for the people of Jackson and surrounding areas to the region but opens the entire Greyhound network of over 2,300 destinations throughout the United States to Jacksonians.
Greyhound will offer two daily routes to and from Jackson. The westbound route will connect Jacksonians with Shreveport, Louisiana and Dallas, Texas, while the eastbound route will lead to Birmingham, Alabama and Atlanta, Georgia. From those locations, passengers can travel from coast to coast.
“Greyhound is so pleased to resume service to Jackson,” said Gilda Brewton, Regional Vice President for Greyhound. “We are grateful to the Jackson Redevelopment Authority (JRA) for their invaluable help in making this happen. With Christmas fast approaching, Greyhound is certainly happy to provide convenient, affordable bus travel to the great people of Jackson and surrounding areas.”
Tickets for an extended network reaching more than 2,300 destinations across North America are now available at Greyhound.com and FlixBus.com or through the Greyhound or FlixBus mobile apps, and follow along on Facebook, Instagram, and X (Twitter).
About Flix North America Inc.
Flix North America Inc., parent company of FlixBus Inc. and Greyhound Lines, Inc., provides the largest intercity bus transportation and booking platform for North America. A subsidiary of Germany-based mobility company Flix SE, Flix North America Inc. provides services in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with almost 2,300 destinations across its network. Greyhound, FlixBus, and their operating partners offer a smart and affordable alternative for travel that helps passengers reduce their impact on the environment and embrace a collective, sustainable approach to mobility.
Greyhound, the largest provider of intercity bus transportation in North America, today announced beginning November 14th, it will move operations from its current location at 4912 W Chestnut Expressway to the CU Transit intermodal at 211 N Main Ave.
Greyhound and interline partner Jefferson Lines will provide six schedules a day to popular destinations including St. Louis, Mo., Tulsa, Okla., and Oklahoma City, Okla. Along the route, customers will have the opportunity to connect to Greyhound’s network of over 1,700 destinations nationwide.
“City Utilities welcomes our partnership with Greyhound,” say Matt Crawford, City Utilities Director, Transit. “We look forward to the opportunities that will be provided to the Springfield community through this partnership and the travel flexibility it will allow for many of our neighbors. We believe it is a natural fit.”
By making the move to the intermodal which also houses city bus connections and is less than six miles from its original location, Greyhound will provide more intercity access to transportation for everyone in the Springfield communities.
For fare and schedule information, or to purchase tickets, call 1-800-231-2222, visit Greyhound.com or use Greyhound’s mobile app.
Greyhound Lines Inc., the largest provider of intercity bus transportation in North America, will officially begin operations from its new location on November 2nd at 398 E. Galbraith Rd. in Cincinnati. Having served the local community and its visitors for many years, Greyhound is prepared to continue service from its new location.
With six schedules offered daily, customers can access Greyhound’s network of over 1,700 destinations nationwide, including popular destinations such as Atlanta, Detroit, Louisville, Knoxville, Nashville and more. Co-located with Barons Bus Lines, Greyhound’s new location allows customers seamless access to additional modes of transportation and nine additional bus schedules to choose from.
For fare and schedule information, or to purchase tickets, call 1-800-231-2222, visit Greyhound.com or use Greyhound’s mobile app.
Greyhound Lines Inc. has officially announced its move to Glendale Transit Center and Los Angeles Union Station. Now operating from 400 W. Cerritos in Glendale and Union Station East at 800 N. Alameda St. in Los Angeles, Greyhound will no longer operate from its previous location on 7th St. in Los Angeles.
Greyhound has served Union Station for many years. Alongside Glendale Transit Center, Greyhound is creating additional convenience for customers who are interested in transferring from intercity buses to Amtrak, Metrolink or Beeline services.
“Partnerships with intermodal stations like Glendale Transit Center and Union Station are key to creating the most seamless transportation experience for customers,” said Joseph Hapac, Regional Vice President, Greyhound Lines, Inc. We have found co-locating with community transit centers opens travel possibilities in a way that is more convenient and affordable when passengers travel with Greyhound.”
Union Station customers will have access to 38 inbound and outbound bus schedules daily, while Glendale Transit Center passengers will have access to 28 inbound and 29 outbound bus schedules daily. From both Glendale and Los Angeles, customers will have the opportunity to connect to Greyhound’s network of over 1,700 destinations nationwide.
For fare and schedule information, or to purchase tickets, call 1-800-231-2222, visit Greyhound.com or use Greyhound’s mobile app. As an e-ticketing location, tickets are available for purchase online only. Customers interested in paying with cash can book online and pay in person at a Pay With Cash location near them.
On November 1st, 2022, Greyhound Lines Inc. will officially begin service from the Sangamon Mass Transit District Transfer Center, located at 111 South 11th St. Just five miles from its previous location, the new partnership between SMTD and Greyhound aims to provide seamless connectivity between local and intercity transit.
Construction of the new SMTD Transfer Center began in 2021 and is currently home to SMTD local bus service. Greyhound will serve as the station’s first national intercity transportation provider in November with plans for Amtrak to join in 2025. With the completion of the Springfield Sangamon County Transportation Center scheduled for 2025, the SMTD Transfer Center will further solidify itself as part of the primary transportation hub for Springfield.
“Co-locating with multiple modes of travel is one of our key strategies for making transportation easier for the cities we serve,” said Adam Manlove, Regional Vice President, Greyhound Lines, Inc. “We are thankful for our partnership with SMTD and we are excited to combine our visions to create a more convenient travel experience for Springfield citizens and visitors.”
Each stop will include one arriving and one departing schedule daily. From the SMTD Transfer Center, customers will have the opportunity to connect to Greyhound’s network of over 1,700 destinations nationwide, including Chicago and St. Louis. Springfield visitors will find the new location particularly convenient as it is less than a mile away from the Bank of Springfield Convention Center.
“SMTD is always working to improve transportation access for our community, and this partnership with Greyhound will be an exciting addition to the options that will be available at the new ‘Hub,’” said Steve Schoeffel, SMTD Managing Director. “In addition to all the services and businesses available around the new Hub, Greyhound passengers will also have easier access to every corner of the Springfield area that SMTD’s route system serves.”
For fare and schedule information, or to purchase tickets, call 1-800-231-2222, visit Greyhound.com or use Greyhound’s mobile app. As an e-ticketing location, tickets are available for purchase online only. Customers interested in paying with cash can book online and pay in person at a Pay Near Me location near them.
On September 1st, 2022, Greyhound Lines Inc. launched a new subsidy route connecting nine Oklahoma and Texas communities in partnership with the Texas Department of Transportation. Stretching from Oklahoma City to Houston, the new route will provide daily transportation to and from towns along the route. The new stops are in the following cities:
Dallas to Oklahoma:
· Chickasha, OK
· Lawton, OK
· Sheppard AFB, TX
· Archer City, TX
· Graham, TX (coming soon)
Dallas to Houston:
· Mabank, TX
· Athens, TX
· Palestine, TX
· Crockett, TX
Visit greyhound.com for location specific information.
Each stop will include one arriving and one departing schedule daily. Along the route, customers will have the opportunity to connect to Greyhound’s network of over 1,700 destinations nationwide. Operating as self-service locations, customers must book tickets online prior to travel and print their tickets at home or display their tickets using a mobile device.
“Working with the Texas Department of Transportation to introduce Greyhound to small and growing cities exemplifies the kind of initiatives we take pride in as a company,” said Al Rodriguez, Operations District Manager, Greyhound Lines, Inc. “Projects like these reinforce our commitment to providing access to transportation for communities of all sizes and has a direct, positive impact on our customers.”
For fare and schedule information, or to purchase tickets, call 1-800-231-2222, visit Greyhound.com or use Greyhound’s mobile app.
Greyhound, the largest provider of intercity bus transportation in North America, announced today it is hosting a virtual hiring drive for veterans on July 25th-26th, supporting National Hire a Veteran Day. Established in 2017, National Hire a Veteran Day raises awareness for veteran employment. In a search for new drivers, this is Greyhound's inaugural year participating in the holiday, adding to its long history of supporting those who have served in the armed forces.
"Hiring veterans on our teams across Greyhound helps support our values, particularly in the areas of leadership and teamwork," said Bobby Quinten, Director of Training and Development, Greyhound Lines, Inc. "It is our honor to be able to employ those who have bravely served our country. Their impact is felt from the corporate office to the field, and we are grateful to be part of their career journeys."
In addition to hiring veterans, Greyhound provides military discounts for customers and supports military focused non-profits through event sponsorship and special charters. The company has also worked with Hire Heroes, a non-profit organization that helps companies hire and support veterans. By offering various benefits such as health care, PTO, financial planning, community, and opportunities for personal growth, Greyhound is hoping to attract veterans interested in joining its team of drivers.
The virtual hiring event for veterans starts today, Monday, July 25th, and runs through Tuesday, July 26th. During these two days, veterans interested in employment opportunities must visit DriveGreyhound.com. After filling out a quick 10-minute application, veteran job seekers who apply Monday or Tuesday will receive a response as to whether or not they will be moving on to the interview process within 72 hours. As another incentive, drivers with full CDL qualifications can qualify for signing bonuses in over a dozen locations. Interested applicants can email Jennifer.Sowles@greyhound.com during the drive to ask any questions.
To learn more about all of Greyhound's employment opportunities, please visit Greyhound's Careers page.
The City of California has officially executed a contract with Greyhound, the largest provider of intercity bus transportation in North America, to provide bus service to the area twice a day. Located at 108 W Versailles Ave. on the southside of Smith-Burke Park-- across the street from the California Nutrition Center-- service is scheduled to begin on July 22nd.
The eastbound bus is scheduled to arrive in California at approximately 3:25 p.m. It will then stop in Jefferson City, Columbia and Wentzville before arriving in St. Louis. The westbound bus is scheduled to arrive in California at 7:05 p.m. It will have a single stop in Warrensburg before arriving in Kansas City. From these locations, customers can also gain access to Greyhound’s nationwide network. The city is pleased to welcome Greyhound and hopes it will be an added benefit to the citizens and visitors of Moniteau County.
As a self-service e-stop, customers must book tickets or contact customer service by visiting Greyhound.com, the Greyhound mobile app or by calling 1-800-231-2222.
Notice is hereby given that Greyhound Lines, Inc. will provide an opportunity for a public hearing for the purpose of considering a grant for $600,000 in operating assistance under the American Recovery Act of 2021 (ARP) Section 5311(f) Program, as amended, is being sought from the West Virginia Department of Transportation. This ARP grant is to support the nation’s general public transportation systems as they continue to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. The hearing will be held if any person interested in a hearing submits a request in writing that a hearing be held to Greyhound Lines, Inc. within thirty (30) days of publication of this notice, or April 10, 2022. If a request to appear or submit written or oral testimony is not received by close of business on April 10, 2022, the public hearing will not be held. If a request to appear or submit written or oral testimony is received by close of business on April 10, 2020, a second notice will be published seven (7) days before the date of the public hearing and include the date, time and location of the hearing.
The project is for intercity bus service in the state of West Virginia.
If a hearing is requested and scheduled, Greyhound Lines, Inc. will afford an opportunity for interested persons, agencies and private transportation providers to be heard with respect to the application. Interested persons may submit orally or in writing evidence and recommendations with respect to said grant at the public hearing.
Written requests for a public hearing and/or comments should be sent to Ms. Lephan Quach, Greyhound Lines, Inc. 350 N. St. Paul Street, Dallas, TX 75201.
DALLAS, March 3, 2022 -- Greyhound, the largest provider of intercity bus transportation in North America, today announced they have expanded their partnership with Pay Near Me. Through this partnership, customers can schedule trips at Greyhound.com or in Greyhound's mobile app, reserve tickets and find a retail location near them to complete their purchase using cash. With this expansion, customers now have over 32,000 national retail locations to choose from, including Walmart, CVS, 7-Eleven, ACE Cash Express, Family Dollar and Casey's.
While the brand has always accepted cash payments at its bus terminals, cash booking has not been available at its curbside and bus stop only locations. With this expansion, customers in communities with curbside and bus stop locations will now be able to pay with cash at the newly added retailers, expanding access to Greyhound's nationwide network.
"Our mission at Greyhound is to make travel easy, convenient and affordable. We want to ensure our services are accessible to everyone, and that includes the payment options we offer," said Todd Koch, Vice President Strategy, Marketing and Customer Engagement, Greyhound Lines, Inc. "Partnering with national retailers compliments our national network and, with this expansion, we are making it easier for customers who may prefer to pay with cash to complete their transactions."
In addition to paying with cash, Greyhound also accepts all major credit and debit cards when booking tickets at Greyhound.com, in the Greyhound mobile app or at a Greyhound station. Once onboard, customers can enjoy free onboard entertainment and WIFI, roomy seating and power outlets for their devices.
More information can be found at greyhound.com/en/paywithcash.
DALLAS, Dec. 20, 2021 -- Greyhound, the largest provider of intercity bus transportation in North America, is providing vital transportation this holiday season with its long-standing 'Home Free' program, helping runaway, homeless, and exploited youth between the ages of 12 and 21 reunite with their families (or legal guardians) through a free bus ticket home or to a stable and safe place. 2021 marks the 34th consecutive year Greyhound has provided the free program, demonstrating its commitment to serve communities nationwide.
"Every year, through our Home Free program, we help young people in need receive a free ride home," said Dave Leach, President and Chief Executive Officer, Greyhound Lines, Inc. "I am both humbled and thrilled to be a part of the Greyhound team committed to providing young people the chance to reconnect with their families and return to a safe environment. It is our hope that the resources we provide runaway youth will bring comfort to those looking to safely reunite with their families."
To extend the program and provide this service on a greater scale, Greyhound has partnered with the National Runaway Safeline (NRS) since 1995. NRS, celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, is an organization that helps keep runaway and homeless youth safe.
According to the Voices of Youth Count from researchers at Chapin Hall at the University of Chicago, nearly 4.2 million youth experience some form of homelessness each year in America, leaving them at risk for exploitation, assault, illness and suicide. Home Free is designed to help make sure runaway young people between the ages of 12 and 21 have a ticket to get back home to their families or safe legal guardians.
In 2020, nearly 325 free bus tickets were provided to young people looking to be reconnected with their families. So far in 2021, Greyhound and the NRS have provided more than 230 free bus tickets, valued at nearly $42,000.
"The Home Free partnership between Greyhound and NRS continues to have a positive impact in providing a vital resource in helping address and resolve the growing number of homeless and exploited young people," said Susan Frankel, Chief Executive Officer, National Runaway Safeline. "We are honored to be able to continue our partnership with Greyhound Lines and look forward to serving as their charitable partner for the Home Free program for many more years."
If you or someone you know has run away or is experiencing homelessness and wants to return home or needs help, call toll-free 1-800-RUNAWAY (1-800-786-2929) or visit www.1800RUNAWAY.org.
DALLAS (Nov. 11, 2021) - Metro Magazine recently announced Greyhound and Icomera as the 2021 recipients of their Innovative Solutions Award for Passenger Experience. The award celebrates bus operators and supplier partners who work together to transform business operations and/or the customer experience in new and innovative ways.
After partnering with Icomera for over a decade, in 2020 Greyhound upgraded its entire fleet with Icomera’s X-series wireless internet gateway to provide customers with faster Wi-Fi and upgraded onboard entertainment offers. From the latest movies to games, TV shows, audiobooks and more, the new system has enhanced the customer experience, all for free of charge and accessible from the passenger’s mobile device.
In 2020 alone, Icomera and Greyhound worked together to connect over 5.5 million customers across Greyhound’s network to free Wi-Fi.
For the full story, please visit here.
About Greyhound
Greyhound is the largest North American provider of intercity bus transportation, serving more than 1,600 destinations across the continent. The company also provides Greyhound Package Express and charter services. For fare and schedule information and to buy tickets call 1-800-231-2222 or visit the website at Greyhound.com. For the latest news and travel deals, follow us on Twitter, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.
As the largest provider of intercity bus transportation in North America for over a century, Greyhound has played an integral part in providing transportation during times of crisis. In April of 2020, Greyhound launched, ‘Rides for Responders,’ a program that provides free transportation for medical personnel and first responders traveling for work during the COVID-19 pandemic. With first responders and frontline workers providing over 18 months of critical care across the country, Greyhound is once again providing free travel to essential personnel, but instead of work travel assistance, the company is giving away free tickets to any of their 1,700 destinations for the holidays.
“We are so thankful for the sacrifices made over the past two years by our frontline workers, first responders and their families. We want to continue to share our gratitude with them as they are able to start traveling again to see friends and family, or go on vacation,” said Rob Friedman, Chief Commercial Officer, Greyhound Lines, Inc. “Providing free transportation is our way of giving back as our heroes deserve a much-needed break.”
This offer ‘provides one free round-trip ticket to any doctor, nurse, paramedic, EMT, medical technician, firefighter, member of law enforcement or mortician that previously utilized the program for work travel since April of 2020 through October 15, 2021. Those eligible will receive an email from Greyhound with instructions on how to redeem their ticket. Tickets are available for booking now.
For more information on how Greyhound is providing stress-free travel to all its customers this holiday season, please visit https://www.greyhound.com/peace-of-mind. To access media assets that show current Greyhound buses for this and future stories, please visit https://news.greyhound.com/mediapress.
About Greyhound
Greyhound is the largest North American provider of intercity bus transportation, serving more than 1,750 destinations across the continent. The company also provides Greyhound Package Express and charter services. For fare and schedule information and to buy tickets call 1-800-231-2222 or visit the website at Greyhound.com. For the latest news and travel deals, follow us on Twitter, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.
DALLAS (OCT 26, 2021) – Greyhound, the largest provider of intercity bus transportation in North America, announced the return of service to Canada following the reopening of the United States-Canada border. Starting today, customers can officially book tickets for trips taking place on November 8 and beyond. The current travel destinations in Canada being offered are Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver.
“Greyhound is just as excited as our customers to resume cross-border travel to Canada,” said Rob Friedman, Chief Commercial Officer, Greyhound Lines, Inc. “Our goal is to provide our passengers with affordable fares and stress-free transportation as they return to normal travel, especially around the holidays.”
Canadian passengers looking to book their travel with Greyhound can do so with a new, dedicated site that provides schedules and all the information they will need. U.S. travelers can book online or through the Greyhound app. For those planning on making the trip north, Canada is currently requiring all visitors to be fully vaccinated and have a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours before arrival at the border. Lastly, travelers must register with ArriveCAN online or through the app to provide mandatory travel information. U.S. Travelers are recommended to visit Canada’s travel site to learn more about Canada’s travel requirements.
When ready to travel, customers can enjoy easy hassle-free boarding at our dedicated terminals, and simply show-and-go by using the e-Ticketing option. From there, customers can then enjoy a safe, comfortable ride, as well as modern amenities, such as onboard entertainment options, free onboard Wi-Fi, power outlets, reclining leather seats and extra legroom.
For more information on how Greyhound is providing stress-free travel to all its customers this holiday season, please visit https://www.greyhound.com/peace-of-mind. To access media assets that show current Greyhound buses for this and future stories, please visit https://news.greyhound.com/mediapress.
About Greyhound
Greyhound is the largest North American provider of intercity bus transportation, serving more than 1,600 destinations across the continent. The company also provides Greyhound Package Express and charter services. For fare and schedule information and to buy tickets call 1-800-231-2222 or visit the website at Greyhound.com. For the latest news and travel deals, follow us on Twitter, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.
BE ADVISED that Greyhound Lines, Inc. does not consent to, or provide permission for, warrantless and/or suspicionless immigration enforcement activities on its buses or in its non-public property at bus stations.
Greyhound’s employees and agents shall not provide consent or permission to federal law enforcement agents from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to board Greyhound buses or access Greyhound non-public property at bus stations without a judicially enforceable warrant.
24 de octubre de 2021
TENGA EN CUENTA que Greyhound Lines, Inc. no da su consentimiento ni otorga permiso para actividades de control migratorio sin orden judicial y/o sin sospecha en sus autobuses o en sus propiedades no públicas en las estaciones de autobuses.
Los empleados y agentes de Greyhound no deben dar su consentimiento ni permiso a los agentes para el cumplimiento de la ley federal del Departamento de Seguridad Nacional de los EE. UU. (Department of Homeland Security, DHS), la Oficina de Aduanas y Protección Fronteriza de los EE. UU. (Customs and Border Protection, CBP) o el Servicio de Control de Inmigración y Aduanas de los EE. UU. (Immigration and Customs Enforcement, ICE) para abordar autobuses Greyhound o acceder a propiedades no públicas de Greyhound en estaciones de autobuses sin orden judicial.
24 octobre 2021
PRENEZ NOTE que Greyhound Lines, Inc. ne consent pas et n'autorise pas les activités d'application de la loi sur l'immigration sans mandat ou sans soupçon dans ses autobus ou dans ses biens non publics dans les gares routières.
Les employés et agents de Greyhound ne doivent pas donner leur accord ou leur permission aux agents fédéraux chargés de l'application de la loi du département de la Sécurité intérieure des États-Unis (DHS), du Service des douanes et de la protection des frontières des États-Unis (CBP) ou du service de l'immigration et des douanes (ICE) pour monter à bord des autobus de Greyhound ou accéder aux biens non publics de Greyhound dans les gares routières sans mandat judiciaire.
Dallas/New York, (October 21, 2021) – FlixMobility (“the Company”), global mobility provider of the FlixBus and FlixTrain brands, announced today it has acquired Greyhound Lines, Inc. (“Greyhound”), the largest provider of long-distance bus transportation in the United States, from FirstGroup plc. This acquisition marks another important step in FlixMobility’s vision to provide easy-to-use, affordable, and environmentally friendly travel for consumers across the globe.
The purchase brings together FlixBus’ innovative global technology and shared mobility expertise with Greyhound’s iconic nationwide presence and experience, creating a company that will be better able to service the needs of intercity bus travelers in the U.S. Intercity bus lines were a lifeline during the pandemic for communities and essential workers, and as economies re-open, they will be a tremendous driver for sustainable growth across the country. The FlixBus Global network serves over 2,500 destinations in 36 countries outside of the US with 400,000 daily connections. Greyhound currently connects approximately 2,400 destinations across North America with nearly 16 million passengers each year.
André Schwämmlein, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of FlixMobility, said, “Consumers across North America are increasingly seeking affordable, comfortable, smart and sustainable mobility solutions. A compelling offering will draw significantly more travelers away from private cars to shared intercity bus mobility. Together, FlixBus and Greyhound will be better able to meet this increased demand. As our business continues to recover from the effects of the pandemic, we will replicate the success that we have already achieved in 36 countries outside of the U.S. with our innovative and customer centric approach.”
Buses as a sustainable and accessible alternative are now more important than ever. Fluctuations in the cost of gas, the recent escalation of car prices, and climate change concerns have increased the interest of many consumers in finding alternatives to individual car usage. FlixMobility is operating at the forefront of this global mega-trend, and the acquisition of the iconic Greyhound business will help the company realize its vision to offer sustainable and affordable travel to everyone.
Jochen Engert, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of FlixMobility, commented, “The continuous expansion of our services through partnerships and acquisitions has always been an integral part of our growth strategy to build our global presence. The acquisition of Greyhound is a major step forward in the US. The FlixBus and Greyhound teams share a common vision to make smart, affordable and sustainable mobility accessible to all."
David Martin, Executive Chairman, FirstGroup plc said: “The sale of Greyhound to FlixMobility is part of our portfolio rationalization strategy to refocus FirstGroup on its leading UK public transport businesses. The strength of Greyhound is its people, and I would like to thank them for their unwavering commitment to their customers and communities. As part of FlixMobility, I am confident that Greyhound will be well placed to continue to grow and develop their iconic services for many years to come.”
FirstGroup has reached agreement with Neptune Holding Inc. (the 'Buyer'), a corporation 100% controlled by FlixMobility, to sell Greyhound Lines, Inc., the US Greyhound operating business (including its vehicle fleet, trademarks, and certain other assets and liabilities) for an enterprise value on a debt-free / cash-free basis of c.$46m plus unconditional deferred consideration of $32m with an interest rate of 5% per annum. For more information see www.firstgroup.com.
FlixMobility was started in Germany in 2013 by Jochen Engert, Daniel Krauss and André Schwämmlein to deliver a revolutionary means of travel that combined technological advances, e-commerce capabilities, and sustainable transportation. Over the past eight years, the company has demonstrated significant success, with FlixBus growing to become Europe’s largest intercity bus network, helping more than 62 million people in 2019 reach their destinations.
FlixBus USA launched in 2018 with destinations across the Southwest, including Los Angeles, CA, Las Vegas, NV, and Phoenix, AZ. Since then, the Company has expanded its operations to facilitate travel between additional cities in the Southwest, South, Northeast and Pacific Northwest.
About Flix
FlixMobility is mobility provider, offering new alternatives for convenient, affordable and environmentally friendly travel via the FlixBus and FlixTrain brands. With a unique approach and innovative technology, the company has quickly established Europe's largest longdistance bus network and launched the first green long-distance trains in 2018 as well as a pilot project for all-electric buses in Germany, the US and France. Since 2013, FlixMobility has changed the way hundreds of millions of people have traveled throughout Europe and created tens of thousands of new jobs in the mobility industry. In 2018, FlixMobility launched FlixBus USA to bring this new travel alternative to the United States.
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Media Contact: greyhound@press.flixbus.com
Andrea Koepfer, FlixMobility
Director Communications, Politics & Responsibility
Rosa van Rest, FlixMobility
Senior Communications Manager
DALLAS (June 29, 2021) – Greyhound, the largest provider of intercity bus transportation in North America, today announced its partnership with newly launched CapeBus, providing Greyhound customers with direct access to Cape Cod. Beginning July 3, Greyhound customers nationwide can transfer to CapeBus from Boston’s South Station Transportation Center or Boston Logan International Airport where they can enjoy travel to and from locations such as Barnstable, Hyannis, Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard.
“Partnering with CapeBus is particularly exciting as it provides Greyhound customers access to one of the nation’s most desirable travel destinations,” said John Baranowski, Senior Director, Greyhound Lines, Inc. “With July 4th right around the corner and a long summer ahead, CapeBus is helping us make it possible for Greyhound customers to experience more of what Massachusetts has to offer.”
CapeBus will launch with eight daily roundtrip schedules, providing customers with a wide range of departure times.
Greyhound customers interested in connecting to CapeBus can do so by visiting Greyhound.com, downloading Greyhound’s mobile app, dialing 1-800-231-2222 or by visit their local Greyhound location and choosing a destination within CapeBus’s service route along the Massachusetts coastline.
“CapeBus is excited to launch our luxury bus service providing visitors and residents of Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket with a premium option to connect to Boston and Logan Airport,” said Michael Costa, Director of Operations, CapeBus. “In addition, our partnership with Greyhound will allow our customers to connect directly with Greyhound service providing expanded access to New York City and beyond.” Passengers can book seats connecting to Greyhound’s service directly on CapeBus.com.
About Greyhound
Greyhound is the largest North American provider of intercity bus transportation, serving more than 1,700 destinations across the continent. The company also provides Greyhound Package Express and charter services. For fare and schedule information and to buy tickets call 1-800-231-2222 or visit the website at https://www.greyhound.com/. For the latest news and travel deals, follow Greyhound on Twitter at https://www.twitter.com/GreyhoundBus, like Greyhound on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/GreyhoundBus, and follow Greyhound on Instagram at www.instagram.com/greyhoundlines. To download the latest Greyhound images and videos, please visit www.news.greyhound.com.
About CapeBus
CapeBus, operated by A Yankee Line, Inc. in South Boston, MA is a new premium bus service providing express between Logan Airport, South Station and Cape Cod including Sagamore Park & Ride, Barnstable Park & Ride and Hyannis with convenient connections to Steamship Authority and Hy-Line ferry service to Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard. Service features extra legroom leather seat Mercedes Motorcoaches, premium complimentary Wifi Connectivity and 110-volt power outlets for each passenger. For fare and schedule information please visit www.capebus.com