With gas prices climbing, I decided to check Greyhound's bus fares to see if they've gone up. Not surprisingly, they have. Of course, airfares and train tickets are also more expensive these days, so Greyhound still holds its own against other modes of transportation. Greyhound isn't the fastest way to get from Point A to Point B, and travel times don't always line up with daylight hours, but you can certainly save money if you travel by bus.

Long distance bus travel has many advantages, but there are some disadvantages to consider as well. Find out more about long-distance bus travel.

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