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Megabus Adds East Coast Routes

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Megabus, which already services the UK, along with the West and Midwest areas of the U.S., will start servicing the U.S. East Coast this May. more...

Free Rick Steves Podcast Tours

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Why pay for a tour of attractions like the Sistine Chapel and the Louvre? Travel icon Rick Steves is now offering free podcast tours for download. more...

Skybus Airlines Ceases To Fly

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High fuel costs have claimed one more budget U.S. airline this week as Skybus airlines shut down today. A look at the reasons why and what your options are. more...

ATA Airlines Shuts Down

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Without warning, budget airline ATA declares bankruptcy and shuts down. Why it happened and what to do if you're holding a ticket. more...

How to Avoid Hidden Hotel Holds

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If you've stayed in a hotel, you've probably had money held on to cover incidentals. Learn how to deal with these hidden costs and possibly avoid them all together. more...

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Apr 25, 2008

Bolt Introduces Two New Routes

Discount bus line Bolt Bus is introducing two new routes that will travel from its New York City base.


A division of Greyhound, Bolt Bus began offering budget travelers a new option to get from New York City to Washington, D.C., last month.

With seats selling for as low as $1, and onboard amenities like free wi-fi and power ports to charge your electronics, the discount bus line has proven themselves a strong alternative mode of transportation between the two cities.

This month, Bolt Bus began servicing two new routes from its New York City hub, connecting travelers to Philadelphia and Boston. The Philadelphia stop is located at N. 30th St, between Market and Chestnut and across from the SEPTA Station. The Boston stop is located at the South Station Terminal.

The bus line has also added a new NYC stop, at 34th St and 8th Ave, by the Tick Tock Diner, for those traveling on both the Philadephia and Boston routes. Philadelphia riders can also use the current NYC stop at 6th Ave between Canal and Grand, which also services the Washington, D.C. route.

These new routes are not only a logical expansion for Bolt Bus, but it puts them in a more competitive stance with rival Megabus, which has recently expanded to the East Coast market with its $1 fares. There are also several Chinese companies already operating along these new routes, such as Lucky Star and Fung Wah, but these don't offer the upgraded amenities like the wi-fi that make Bolt Bus such a great mode of transport for budget travelers.

For more on the new Bolt Bus, or information on how to book your tickets, please read Bolt Bus Offers $1 Fares.

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