The Bolt Bus is a new low-cost bus line offering service on the east coast for $1. As of now they have 2 locations in NY, 1 in Philly, 1 in DC and they recently began servicing the Boston area. The Bolt Bus is a sub-division of Greyhound and has been rumored to be their "one- up" on the ever so popular chinatown buses.
The Experience
As I planned my travel to DC this past weekend the Bolt Bus was in the front of my mind. I arrived at W 33rd St around 2:20pm and noticed the bus waiting at the corner. I was greeted by a warm woman who informed me that she was the driver and would be traveling non-stop to 11th and G Street in Washington DC . She suggested I stop and get a snack at the nearby Sbarro, it was pouring rain by this time and so I chose to board the bus. As I climbed the stairs onto the bus I noticed quickly that this was not the average greyhound or chinatown bus. I think my eyes saw so much more than my mind expected.
I walked through the spacious aisle deciding which row of comfy leather seats I would make my own, as I settled in I could not help but notice all the extra leg room, there were a couple of 15" flat screens throughout the bus for movie viewing and power outlets behind each aisle seat to charge electronics such as cellular devices, ipods and laptops. Laptops? yep. The Bolt Bus offers free wi-fi internet access for all their riders (I'll be sure to bring my Mac along next time and give you the lowdown on this feature)
Pricing
The BoltBus pricing system works on supply and demand. There is usually at least one seat available for $1 and the rest will vary in price I've seen some at $7, $10 $15 and $23. When the bus is beginning to sell out the fares will increase, but for routes that are not in demand the fares will remain $1.
I give The Bolt Bus my stamp of approval!!!
1 Comment:
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May 19, 2008 at 2:17 PM
I Might Just Take An Unnecessary Trip Just For The Experience!!!!
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