Family-Friendly Bus Travel

Make your family journey comfortable and stress-free with our comprehensive guide to traveling with children on GoBusly buses.

Infant Travel (0-2 years):

• Free travel when sitting on adult lap
• Separate seat available for additional comfort
• Car seats allowed and recommended
• Diaper changing facilities on long-distance buses

Child Travel (2-11 years):

• Child discounts up to 50% off adult fares
• Must occupy own seat for safety
• Child safety restraints recommended
• Unaccompanied minor services available

Youth Travel (12-17 years):

• Youth discounts available on select routes
• Adult supervision required under 16
• Student ID discounts may apply
• Group travel options for school trips

Online Booking:

1. Select "Add Child" for each child passenger
2. Enter child's age for appropriate pricing
3. Choose seats together using seat map
4. Add special requirements in comments section

Seat Selection Tips:

• Book aisle seats for easy bathroom access
• Choose seats near restroom for convenience
• Avoid seats over wheels for smoother ride
• Select front seats to minimize motion sickness

Essential Items:

• Snacks and drinks for the journey
• Entertainment - tablets, books, games
• Comfort items - blankets, pillows, favorite toys
• Medications and first aid supplies
• Extra clothes for accidents or spills

Carry-On Allowances:

• Diaper bags don't count toward luggage limits
• Baby food and formula allowed in any quantity
• Strollers can be stored in luggage compartment
• Car seats travel free when used on bus

Family-Friendly Features:

• Extra legroom seats available for families
• Onboard entertainment systems with kid-friendly content
• Climate control for comfortable temperature
• Reading lights for quiet activities

Restroom Facilities:

• Accessible restrooms on most long-distance buses
• Baby changing tables in accessible restrooms
• Hand sanitizer available throughout bus
• Privacy for nursing mothers

Entertainment Ideas:

• Download movies/shows before travel
• Bring coloring books and crayons
• Pack travel games and puzzles
• Audio books for quiet entertainment
• Window stickers for creative play

Meal Planning:

• Pack healthy snacks to avoid sugar crashes
• Bring spill-proof containers
• Consider meal timing with bus schedule
• Pack wet wipes for easy cleanup

What to Expect:

• Regular stops every 2-3 hours
• 15-30 minute breaks for stretching
• Food and restroom facilities at most stops
• Playground areas at some family-friendly stops

Rest Stop Tips:

• Stay close to the bus and watch departure times
• Use restrooms even if children don't feel the need
• Let children run and stretch to burn energy
• Restock snacks and drinks as needed

Unaccompanied Minors (6-17 years):

• Special service with additional supervision
• Extra fees apply for unaccompanied minor service
• Required documentation and emergency contacts
• Staff escort during transfers if needed

Medical Needs:

• Medication management remains parent responsibility
• Medical equipment can be accommodated
• Emergency procedures explained to families
• First aid trained staff on all buses

Prevention Tips:

• Choose seats over front wheels for stability
• Face forward and look out front window
• Avoid reading or screen time during travel
• Pack motion sickness remedies

If Motion Sickness Occurs:

• Fresh air from overhead vents
• Ginger candies or crackers
• Focus on distant objects outside
• Inform driver if child needs to stop

Games for the Road:

• I Spy with things outside the window
• 20 Questions about destinations
• License plate games in different states
• Story telling taking turns adding to stories
• Travel bingo with roadside objects

Educational Opportunities:

• Geography lessons about places you pass
• History discussions about landmarks
• Cultural learning about destinations
• Language practice if traveling internationally

Family Travel Made Easy: Our customer service team can help plan your family journey and ensure all special needs are accommodated. Contact us at families@gobusly.com for personalized assistance.