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Greyhound Discovery Pass
USA & Canada
Greyhound Canada

The all new Discovery Pass offers four durations: the 7-day, 15-day, 30-day and 60-day. Travel with the Discovery Pass is valid in the following provinces: British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Whitehorse, Yukon. Also includes VIA Rail Economy Service; Toronto-Montreal or Ottawa-Montreal, one-way only. Travel with the Discovery Pass is valid throughout Continental U.S.(excluding Alaska). In Mexico, travel to Matamoros and Neuvo Laredo Tamaulipas and Tijuana Baja California.

SUMMER 2011
Greyhound Discovery Pass Durations Price in GBP
7 Days
 £178
15 Days
 £249
30 Days
 £319
60 Days
 £389

To purchase your Greyhound Pass please call us on 0845 6801298
We are open 9.00am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday (closed Bank Holidays)
 There is a 2% charge for credit cards. No charge for debit cards.
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How does the pass work?
For travel on Greyhound Lines within the United States and Canada:
To begin your trip validate your pass at the ticket counter. Present your validated Greyhound North America Discovery Pass and your identification to the driver upon boarding. Individual tickets are not necessary.
Please note passenger should be at the station at least one hour prior to departure as reservations are not accepted by Greyhound otherwise. One hour gives ample time to exchange the voucher, check the bags and then board the bus. Always safeguard the Greyhound ticket.

You cannot reserve a seat ahead of time. When you arrive at the terminal, you can find out if a seat is available. For updated schedule information, call us toll free throughout North America: 1-888-GLI-PASS.

Timetables
For those individuals desiring an extensive resource of Greyhound schedules, the Greyhound System Timetable is available for purchase. This nearly 300 page book is issued approximately five times a year and contains all Greyhound Lines, Inc., Greyhound Canada Transportation Corp., Carolina Trailways, Valley Transit Company, and Vermont Transit schedules. Additionally, nearly twenty other companies' schedules are shown. Fares are not shown in this publication. Customers in the United States and Canada may purchase a timetable by sending a check/money order in the amount of $11.00 to the address below. International customers may only pay with bank-issued check/money orders, and must add $5.00 for shipping and handling.

Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Attn: Treasury M/S 440
350 N. St. Paul St.
Dallas, TX 75201

For how long is the pass valid?
You may travel for a continuous period of time, commencing on the start date for Domestic passengers holding Greyhound ticket stock and the first day of use for International passengers holding International Agents vouchers, and ending at midnight on the expiry date. The expiry date is calculated by adding the amount of days purchased plus the first date of travel. You may stop over whenever you wish, for as long as you wish, providing you finish your travel within the time limit for which your pass is valid.

To request a change to your start date on a Greyhound issued ticket you must present your valid ticket at a Greyhound Terminal prior to the original start date issued. No changes will be made after the start date becomes effective.

Do the coaches make stops?
Yes. Coaches stop en route according to predetermined schedule. Most schedules will include a break/meal stop every 3 to 4 hours.

Do the coaches operate 24 hours a day?
Greyhound coaches travel around the clock, so you can travel by day and enjoy the scenery through wide, panoramic windows. Or, select a night service and relax in a reclining seat with reduced interior lighting. All Greyhound coaches are equipped with air conditioning, a restroom on board, reclining seats with headrests, and tinted windows.

Can I travel with the pass in Mexico?
The Discovery Pass includes travel to points within Mexico. See the product pages for details. Travelers are responsible for providing proper documentation to customs officials when crossing international borders. Should entry be denied to an individual, Greyhound, its partners, or affiliates will not refund any monies.

Can I get help to plan my itinerary?
Yes. To help plan your itinerary, timetables are available online on greyhound.com. Timetables are also available from your local Greyhound office. Also, we have provided an estimate of travel times between popular North American routes. Canadian route information is available on greyhound.ca.

What time should I check in?
To make travel easier, plan to arrive at the terminal at least one hour before departure time. This will allow you to locate the departure gate and check your luggage coachside. Please ensure that your luggage is clearly labeled for easy identification.

How much luggage am I allowed to bring for free?
Adults may bring two pieces of checked luggage and two carry-ons. Children may bring one piece of checked luggage and two carry-ons. Checked luggage may not exceed 24 X 24 X 45 inches. Carry-ons may not exceed 11 x 11 x 16 inches for one overhead bin piece, and 7 x 7 x 14 inches for one under-seat piece. More information on baggage here.

What are the rules about taking hand luggage onboard?
Hand luggage may be placed in the overhead rack above your seat. Please remember to take all valuables with you when you leave the bus for rest or meal stops.

Can I book my seat on the bus?
You cannot reserve a seat ahead of time. When you arrive at the terminal, you can find out if a seat is available. For updated schedule information, call us toll free throughout North America: 1-888-GLI-PASS.

If I miss a departure or a connection, what should I do?
Contact the nearest Greyhound representative for instructions on boarding the next available coach. Information on the nearest terminal can be found on the Greyhound US or Canada Web sites, or in the white pages of a local phone book.

Is smoking allowed on Greyhound buses?
Smoking is not allowed on Greyhound buses.

What is the refund policy?
Standard cancellation penalty of 60% applies to all passes submitted for refund.
Refunds to original purchaser only.
All refunds must be processed before the printed start date on issued pass or ticket.
If any portion of the pass has been used, no refund will apply.
Please keep a copy of your ticket purchase for your records.
Travellers are responsible for providing proper documentation to customs officials when crossing international borders. Should entry be denied to an individual, Greyhound, its partners, or affiliates will not refund any monies.

What if I lose my pass?
Safeguard your tickets as you would your money. Greyhound assumes no responsibility for lost or stolen tickets and they will not be replaced or redeemed.

What if I want to travel to somewhere other than where my pass goes?
If you wish to travel beyond the scope of your pass, you will have to purchase a separate ticket for that portion of the trip.

Can I extend my pass?
Extensions are allowed in Canada. See a ticket agent for details. No extensions are offered at US terminals.

Travelling east of Montreal?
The Discovery Passes are valid on all routes serviced by Orleans Express/Acadian Lines. For route or schedule information for Acadian Lines, you can contact 1-800-567-5151. For information about Orleans Express routes and schedules contact them in Montreal at 514-842-2281, or in Quebec City at 418-525-3000.

If you are travelling towards Ontario on a Discovery Pass, when you get to Montreal go to the ticket counter to have your coupons re-issued to a flash pass.

If you are travelling to any points between New Glasgow and Sydney, Nova Scotia, including North Sydney for the Newfoundland ferry, the only departure that makes direct connections from Montreal is the 10:20 p.m. departure. The 6:00 a.m. departure does not make direct connections.

None of the terminals in the Acadian system stay open 24 hours a day. Passengers are required to find overnight accommodations at their own expense if needed.

Discovery Passes are valid on all routes serviced by Orleans Express/Acadian Lines. For route or schedule information for Acadian Lines, you can contact 1-800-567-5151. For information about Orleans Express routes and schedules contact them in Montreal at 514-842-2281, or in Quebec City at 418-525-3000.

Discovery Passes are not valid in Newfoundland, or on the South Shore of Nova Scotia with Trius Tours.

Is my pass honored on other carriers besides Greyhound?
The passes are honored on these carriers below.

 
Interline Partners
 USA
 Canada
Acadian Lines
Yes
Adirondack Transit, Inc.
 Yes
 Yes
Arrow Line, Inc.
 Yes
 Yes
Arrow Trailways of Texas
 Yes
 Yes
Badger Coaches, Inc.
 Yes
 Yes
Bonanza Bus Lines, Inc.
 Yes
 		Yes
Burlington Trailways
 Yes
 		Yes
Capitol Motor Lines d/b/a/ Capital Trailways
 Yes
 		Yes
Capital Trailways (CML)
 Yes
 		Yes
Carolina Coach Company
 Yes
 		Yes
Central Texas Trails, Inc.
 Yes
 		Yes
Chatham Coach Lines
Yes
Colonial Trailways
 Yes
 		Yes
Cruceros USA (Interline with GLI only)
 Yes
 		Yes
Dattco, Inc.
 Yes
 		Yes
Delta Bus Lines, Inc.
 Yes
 		Yes
Flag Bus Lines
 Yes
 		Yes
Fullington Auto Bus Co., Inc.
 Yes
 		Yes
Georgia Trailways
 Yes
 		Yes
Grey Goose Bus Lines
Yes
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
 Yes
 		Yes
Greyhound Canada Trans.Corp.(see note 1)
 Yes
 		Yes
GO Transit (Hamilton-Toronto only)
Yes
Indian Trails, Inc.
 Yes
 		Yes
Industrial Bus Lines, Inc
 Yes
 		Yes
Jefferson Lines, Inc.
 Yes
 		Yes
John T. Cyr & Sons, Inc.
 Yes
 		Yes
Kerrville Bus Company, Inc.
 Yes
 		Yes
K-T Contract Services, Inc.
 Yes
 		Yes
Laidlaw Island Coach Lines
Yes
Lamers Bus Lines, Inc.
 Yes
 		Yes
Missouri Transit Line
 Yes
 Yes
New York Trailways
 Yes
 		Yes
Northwestern Stage Lines, Inc.
 Yes
 		Yes
Orange Belt Stages
 Yes
 		Yes
Orleans Express, Inc.
Yes
Peter Pan Bus Lines, Inc.
 Yes
 		Yes
Pine Hill-Kingston Bus Corp.
 Yes
 		Yes
Powder River Trans. Services, Inc.
 Yes
 		Yes
P.M.C.L.
Yes
Rimrock Stages, Inc.
 Yes
 		Yes
SMT (Eastern), Ltd
Yes
Saskatchewan Trans.Co (Alsask-Saskatoon only)
Yes
Shumake's Ozark Village, Inc.
 Yes
 		Yes
Southeastern Stages, Inc.
 Yes
 		Yes
Susquehanna Transit Co.
 Yes
 		Yes
Texas, New Mex. & Okla. Coaches
 Yes
 		Yes
Trentway-Wagner, Inc.
 Yes
 		Yes
Valley Transit Co., Inc.
 Yes
 		Yes
Vermont Transit Co., Inc. (see note 2)
 Yes
 		Yes
VIA Rail Canada (see note 3)
Yes
Voyageur Corporation
Yes
Wisconsin Coach Lines, Inc.
 Yes
 		Yes

1 Travel limited between Toronto, ON and Buffalo, NY - or - Detroit, MI and intermediate points.

2 Valid for travel between Montreal Que and Boston MA for the Canada Pass.

3 VIA Rail valid for Montreal - Toronto and Montreal - Ottawa economy service only.

Travel Times

Use these charts to calculate approximate travel times (in hours) between popular North American cities.


Atlanta
 Boston
 Calgary
 Chicago
 Dallas
 Denver
 Detroit
Atlanta
 -
 24
 70
 16
 18
 18
 16
Boston
 24
 -
 75
 23
 43
 48
 19
Calgary
 70
 75
 -
 50
 52
 31
 58
Chicago
 16
 23
 50
 -
 18
 22
 7
Dallas
 18
 43
 52
 18
 -
 19
 24
Denver
 34
 48
 31
 22
 19
 -
 28
Detroit
 16
 19
 58
 7
 24
 28
 -
Los Angeles
 49
 72
 48
 46
 30
 23
 56
Las Vegas
 50
 64
 34
 38
 30
 16
 50
Miami
 16
 32
 82
 32
 34
 52
 34
Montreal
 28
 8
 60
 25
 45
 48
 22
New Orleans
 10
 38
 70
 20
 12
 32
 26
New York
 19
 4.5
 72
 16
 36
 44
 14
Seattle
 70
 75
 20
 52
 56
 36
 60
San Francisco
 57
 72
 46
 48
 36
 30
 58
St. Louis
 15
 30
 58
 6
 16
 19
 12
Toronto
 24
 16
 58
 15
 32
 34
 6
Vancouver
 68
 82
 16
 60
 62
 40
 70
Washington
 14
 10
 70
 18
 32
 40
 15


Los Angeles
 Las Vegas
 Miami
 Montreal
 New Orleans
 New York
 Seattle
Atlanta
 49
 50
 16
 28
 10
 19
 70
Boston
 72
 64
 32
 8
 38
 4.5
 75
Calgary
 48
 34
 82
 60
 70
 16
 20
Chicago
 46
 38
 32
 25
 20
 16
 52
Dallas
 30
 30
 34
 45
 12
 36
 56
Denver
 23
 16
 52
 48
 32
 44
 36
Detroit
 56
 50
 34
 22
 26
 14
 60
Los Angeles
 -
 6
 62
 72
 42
 64
 28
Las Vegas
 6
 -
 66
 65
 46
 56
 32
Miami
 62
 66
 -
 37
 22
 26
 87
Montreal
 72
 65
 37
 -
 42
 8
 76
New Orleans
 42
 46
 22
 42
 -
 34
 72
New York
 64
 56
 26
 8
 34
 -
 70
Seattle
 28
 32
 87
 76
 72
 70
 -
San Francisco
 9
 14
 70
 76
 49
 68
 20
St. Louis
 43
 38
 53
 30
 16
 23
 53
Toronto
 59
 52
 64
 8
 35
 11
 62
Vancouver
 32
 39
 96
 73
 76
 74
 4
Washington
 65
 57
 72
 13
 26
 4.5
 72


San Francisco
 St. Louis
 Toronto
 Vancouver
 Washington
Atlanta
 57
 15
 24
 68
 14
Boston
 72
 30
 16
 82
 10
Calgary
 46
 58
 58
 16
 70
Chicago
 48
 6
 15
 60
 18
Dallas
 36
 16
 32
 62
 32
Denver
 30
 19
 34
 40
 40
Detroit
 58
 12
 6
 70
 15
Los Angeles
 9
 43
 59
 32
 65
Las Vegas
 14
 38
 52
 39
 57
Miami
 70
 53
 64
 96
 72
Montreal
 76
 30
 8
 73
 13
New Orleans
 49
 16
 35
 76
 26
New York
 68
 23
 11
 74
 4.5
Seattle
 20
 53
 62
 4
 72
San Francisco
 -
 50
 64
 24
 70
St. Louis
 50
 -
 22
 65
 20
Toronto
 64
 22
 -
 66
 15
Vancouver
 24
 65
 66
 -
 72
Washington
 70
 20
 15
 72
 -