Bus travel increased by over seven percent in 2011, making it the fastest growing form of transportation in the United States. In fact, buses’ ubiquity and affordability mean that they will move more people per year than airplanes. While this may seem surprising, bus travel is one of the earliest forms of transport, with horse-drawn buses being used as early as the 1820’s and streetcars being a mainstay of the 19th and 20th centuries.
Bus Travel is Good for the Environment
Buses reach over 200 passenger miles per gallon, making them some of the most energy-efficient forms of transport. In fact, a full motorcoach (or coach used for long-distance travel) is equivalent to over 50 automobiles being removed from the road. Motorcoaches in particular are particularly fuel efficient, with three times less carbon emissions than commuter trains.
Buses can take you Nearly Anywhere
Bus terminals are also more common than airports and train stations, meaning that trips
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