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I’ve been booking Greyhound buses since my college days at NYU, when I’d crave an escape from New York City. From the Port Authority Bus Terminal, I’d often jet off on a Greyhound to visit hometown friends at universities with actual campuses, from upstate in Binghamton, New York, to College Park, Maryland.
Because of our history, you have my word—the company has proven to be a trusted one for me and plenty of other travelers I know, in terms of efficiency, safety, and promptness. Some adventurous and savvy travelers have even traveled cross country in Greyhound buses. There are 230 Greyhound stations in the US, Canada, and Mexico, across 1,800 destinations where you can catch your bus and buy your tickets—which are most often cheaper than airline tickets (though, of course, with a longer travel time, too).
On Greyhound’s easy-to-navigate website and app, you can gather inspiration for itineraries by exploring their popular destination and connection routes, double check any important documents if traveling across US borders, and stay updated with any weather or emergency advisories. Choosing Greyhound is not only smart, it’s also kinder on the environment: Bus routes reduce traffic and emissions compared to driving by car. Greyhound’s note on eco-conscious travel says this: “With high environmental standards across our fleet, alternative fuel options, and the ability to offset your carbon footprint when buying tickets, Greyhound helps you travel responsibly.”
And while the company is already known for affordable fares, in order to score on the best bus prices for your upcoming trip, take advantage of any available discount and voucher codes. Read on for the company's best (and timely) offers, as well as more useful information to know before booking. Check back to our site for updates on Greyhound sales and discount codes throughout the year, as with the seasons, heaps of offers come and go.
Save with Greyhound promo codes and deals
While they’re not always available, Greyhound vouchers are coupons customers can redeem when booking their bus tickets through the official website or the mobile app. Most of the time, the company unlocks discounts on specific routes, a free extra piece of carry-on luggage, waived service fees, and other various money-saving benefits. With these discounts, you can save on travel in some popular stations and destinations across the country. To name a few: Atlanta, Dallas, Houston, Chicago, San Antonio, Detroit, and Las Vegas.
10% military discount on Greyhound tickets with WeSalute+
To honor the service of those serving (or those who have served), travelers who are in the active military, retired military, or are veterans of the US Armed Forces (Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marines, Navy, or current and former members of the National Guard or Reserve) can sign up for the WeSalute+ benefits and get (at least) 10% off bookings. Military discounts are valid year-round, without any blackout dates. Those who have served can also add traveling members of their immediate family to their member accounts at 50% off the annual fee (via Family WeSalute+Cards). These family members would then receive their own secure ID card and member account with a unique Travel Code to redeem Greyhound's discounts and benefits. Note: Be prepared to show your membership card upon boarding all Greyhound buses.
Tips to save more on Greyhound bus tickets
If you’re not in the military nor a veteran, there are still some ways you can save on Greyhound’s bus trips. You can score the lowest fares if you book in advance (book as soon as possible for early bird rates) and travel on the least demanded days, before seasonal peaks, or mid-week, when travelers are less likely to hit the road. (Perhaps this is your perfect excuse to book an epic itinerary and take part in the off-season travel trend.)
For large group bookings of 10 people or more, you can reach out to a Greyhound contact (via email or phone)—they may be able to offer you a group discount on your trip. There’s also an option to quote a charter on a vehicle, where you and your crew can have a Greyhound bus all to yourselves. A fun bonus: If you plan to book an overnighter somewhere along your bus journey, you can save time and money on select hotels when booking via Greyhound. Once you plug in the details of your trip and provide your email address, the Greyhound site will provide you with any hotel deals and bookings available on your route.
How to use a Greyhound voucher code online
Applying a Greyhound voucher code online is as simple as could be. First, you’ll have to choose between one-way and round-trip options and select your departure station and a destination. Once you input the dates of your trip and the amount of tickets and click to “Search,” you can choose a route that fits best with your preferences to continue. Under the preview of your booking, you will then see an option to click “Enter Voucher,” where you’ll paste your coupon code. Once you click on the “Redeem” button, the discount will be applied to your reservation, if its conditions are met.
What to know about Greyhound refundable tickets
In some cases, customers can claim a voucher as a refund if—by chance, their journey is delayed or cancelled. Though, note: Refund policies vary depending on the bus tickets. A key tip is to make sure to book a refundable bus ticket. And if your trip is cancelled, always check the reasons for the delay or cancellation as soon as it’s released. Once you have that information—or wish to request more disclosure, contact the Greyhound customer service. There, you can also request a voucher as compensation. In some instances, the customer service team might ask for additional documentation and proof—and if the request is approved, the voucher will be delivered and can be applied on a future booking via the website or the app.
Download the Greyhound app for more discounts & codes
Once you download the Greyhound app, you can manage your bookings easily and access app-only discounted bus tickets that can’t be found via the website. In addition to bonus savings, you can find some promotion codes only valid on the application. Scan the QR code on the website or head to the app store to download and score on deals today.
Free Greyhound bus tickets for those in need
Did you know Greyhound offers free bus services through special programs to help those in need? Whether it’s for unhoused individuals, struggling youth, or folks looking to reunite with their loved ones, the company is stepping up their partnerships to improve access to regions near and far. Greyhound’s Home Free Program is designed to serve runaway, homeless, or exploited youth aged 12 to 21. In partnership with the National Runaway Safeline (NRS), the service provides free one-way bus tickets to help young people in crisis find their way back to safety.
Otherwise, if you or someone you know needs a free bus ticket, Greyhound provides free or discounted bus tickets with Travelers Aid International to provide discounted bus tickets to travelers who need help completing their journey. This could be, again, a vulnerable young person trying to get home, an elderly person who may have missed their bus, or just someone who’s truly down on their luck. You can find Travelers Aid staff and stations in some of the country’s busiest bus stations and transport hubs. For a list of locations, visit the Travelers Aid site.
