To plan a budget summer trip with intercity buses, build the whole trip around the cheapest seat instead of the flashiest destination: pick a city two to five hours away on a route like OurBus, book early for fares from $9, travel light to dodge baggage fees, and let the bus replace your flight, rental, gas, and parking all at once. Done right, the transport line on your budget nearly disappears. Let’s be honest about why you’re here: travel got…
