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Can You Get to Morgantown from DC Without a Car

Can You Get to Morgantown from DC Without a Car?

Yes, once service is back. The route is suspended right now and listed as set to resume in late November. When it runs, OurBus lists one bus a day from Foggy Bottom to Morgantown — 164.2 miles, about 4 hours 15 minutes, fares from $75 — dropping at Mountaineer Station on the WVU campus. Both ends sit near transit, which is what makes the carless version possible. The part worth planning is the last mile: Mountaineer Station is a short…

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Weekend Getaway by Bus: How Do You Plan One with OurBus?

Weekend Getaway by Bus: How Do You Plan One with OurBus?

Count your hours first, then pick the corridor — not the other way around. Depending on when you can leave on Friday and when you must be home on Sunday, an OurBus weekend is anywhere from about 35 hours to 49, and each of those numbers points at a different route. Find your number below, then read only that section. How Many Hours Do You Actually Have? That is the one question worth answering first, and almost nobody asks it. Ground…

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Labor Day Weekend Adventures Start with OurBus

Labor Day Weekend Adventures Start with OurBus: 5 Master Routes to Book First

Labor Day 2026 falls on Monday, September 7, giving you a three-day weekend from Saturday, September 5. The quickest way to lock in a trip is to book one of five OurBus master corridors: New York to Washington DC, Boston, Philadelphia, Ithaca or Binghamton. Fares start at $9 and buses run up to 20 times a day. Key Takeaways Labor Day 2026 is Monday, September 7. The travel crunch runs Friday, September 4 through Tuesday, September 8. The cheapest master route…

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7 Summer Bus Trips from NYC, Ranked Easiest to Epic with OurBus

7 Summer Bus Trips from NYC, Ranked Easiest to Epic

The easiest summer weekend trips from NYC you can reach by bus are Philadelphia and Atlantic City (about 2 to 2.5 hours, same day doable), followed by Providence, Boston, Washington DC, and Ithaca (great overnights), with Niagara Falls as the epic long weekend haul. We’ve ranked all seven below by how little planning each one needs. Key Takeaways Trips are ranked by planning effort, not just distance, so you can match a getaway to the weekend you actually have. Two…

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Best Memorial Day Weekend Getaways with OurBus

Best Memorial Day Weekend Getaways by Bus from NYC, DC, Philly, and Boston

Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of summer, and it is one of the best times to take a short, low-stress trip. In 2026, Memorial Day falls on Monday, May 25, creating a three-day weekend for many travelers. It’s the best chance to grab a long weekend for your next trip. For weekend travelers, couples, and students, bus travel keeps the plan simple: no airport lines, no parking hunt, no one stuck driving through holiday traffic. These Memorial Day…

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Top 7 spring breaks destinations OurBus

Top 7 Spring Break Destinations You Can Reach by Bus

Spring break does not have to mean expensive flights, rental cars, airport lines, or a group chat meltdown over who is driving. Some of the best spring break destinations by bus are easy to reach, budget-friendly, and packed with the kind of spring energy travelers actually want: waterfront walks, cherry blossoms, museums, college-town cafés, boardwalks, waterfalls, and weekend-friendly adventures. Whether you are a student planning with friends, a couple looking for a quick escape, or a family searching for affordable…

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Juneteenth Holiday Ride with OurBus

Hop On a Juneteenth Holiday Ride with OurBus

Juneteenth Holiday is all about music, dancing, and big spreads of food, particularly red drinks and pastries. Yes, it is the day which is also known as ‘Emancipation Day’, ‘Freedom Day’ and ‘Jubilee Day’, was first celebrated in Galveston, Texas. This day is popular being the first anniversary of the day the enslaved Texans were told they were free under Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger’s orders. Traveling on June 19 to celebrate? Take the Juneteenth Holiday ride with OurBus! But what…

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10 unforgettable getaways for Memorial Day weekend | OurBus

10 getaways to make it an unforgettable Memorial Day weekend 

Uncover the Best Summer Destinations with OurBus this Memorial Day Weekend As the days grow longer and the warmth of summer beckons, there’s no better time to embark on an adventure than Memorial Day weekend. With OurBus you can discover the very best of America’s summer destinations. Wondering where you should head to? We’ve done the work for you, and here are some of the most popular spots you can consider. Atlantic City Why not kick off your Memorial Day…

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Charter a bus for Cornell University group tours

Options are aplenty for Cornell University students looking to explore beyond Ithaca. Traveling with fellow students in a group is one of the best ways to do it, and chartering a bus is one of the most relaxing and affordable ways to get there. We’ve put together a list of destinations to help you plan your next trip. New York City The Big Apple, New York City is just a few hours away from Ithaca, and it’s a must-visit destination…

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The ultimate guide to charter bus day trips near Washington DC

If you’re planning a day trip around Washington DC, chartering a bus is a great way to travel in comfort and convenience. These are five of the most popular charter bus day trips in and around Washington DC to get you started. Top 5 Charter Bus Day Trips from DC Mount Vernon Visit the historic home of George Washington, located just 15 miles south of DC. A visit to Mount Vernon, the gardens, and the museum, as well as a visit…

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