BUSES
Buses
go to more places than the trains. The fares are usually lower but you do
not have the comfort of train travel. The major interstate bus line is
Greyhound. Their toll free number is: (800) 231-2222. However, for
discounted fares for international travelers call Toll Free: (800)
246-8572. In NYC use (212) 971-0492.
Greyhound offers
great packages on passes, visit their website, www.greyhound.com
for more information.
TRAINS
Canada
and the US have consolidated passenger rail systems. Both offer various
packages. Generally speaking, the train is a more comfortable way of
traveling but the schedule is much more limited and the price is
significantly higher.
The
US consolidated railway system is called AMTRAK. This system handles all
public train transport. It includes transport into the Canadian cities of
Toronto and Montreal. The Toll Free number is (800) 872-7245. On the web: www.amtrak.com
The Canadian system
is called VIA RAIL. The toll-free number in Canada is (800) 361-1235. Via
Rail offers a special package for 12 days of travel within a 30-day
period. Call for the current fare. Or visit their website: www.viarail.ca
