The American Bus Revival

Coaches are currently the fastest growing form of long distance transport in the US. The coach long out of favour in the UK is making a comeback due to budget fares making coach travel very competitive. As well as offering cut price tickets between major cities, companies also offer wifi on board and pick up on the roadside rather than in bus terminals which are seen as dangerous. In 2011 intercity coach travel rose by 7.1%.

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