How to Pack for a Bus Trip

A bus trip can be a great way to discover a country and not just for those that do not enjoy flying. A bus trip is a more gentle method of seeing the sites and countryside as you go past and the bus will often have specific places that it is scheduled to stop at so that you can get out and stretch your legs and see these, often, historical points of interest. There are several things you can do to make your bus trip more comfortable and knowing how to pack for a bus trip will help.

Firstly consider the clothes that you will be travelling in. These should be lightweight, roomy and comfortable. Buses are often heated or cooled as the season demands, but a pair of tight jeans will start to become uncomfortable after a few hours of sitting still in them, no matter how great they look.

You should also think about the hotels that you will be staying in each evening and whether there are any excursions planned. This may necessitate smart clothing and a capsule wardrobe is a great idea here as it will leave you plenty of space in your luggage but allow you to look stylish each evening.

To make sure that you are as comfortable as possible during your time on the bus itself you should take a travel bag onboard with you. Buses will often have overhead compartments just like planes so you can afford to take a reasonably sized bag on with you. In this bag you should have your toiletry kit so you can freshen up when you stop at any services.

You should also include a light blanket and small pillow, although it is best to check with your travel company when you book as some bus trips provide these to passengers. Those that don’t will not object to you bringing them and you will be pleased you did when you want a nap. A change of clothes is also a good idea for your carry on bag just in case.

Consider bringing snack food and drinks with you in case the length of time between some of the stops is long. Most bus companies do not have a problem with the type of food and drink you bring onboard and some allow you to bring alcohol too, although they ask that you drink it in moderation. You will often find that there is a spirit of camaraderie on a bus trip and people can be found pooling their snacks and having a picnic.

Things to keep you occupied while on your bus trip are also a good idea to include in your travel bag, but remember you do not have to cram everything into it at once. Each evening when you stop you will be able to exchange books from your main luggage and you can also do this with music or games that you have decided to pack as well.

This article is written by Laura Donnovan. She is currently living in Denmark and working for a travel agency for 3 years. She loves to cook, meet her friends and travel all over the world. If you like her tips for bus trips (or as it is called in Denmark bus rejser) you can follow her @LauraDonnovan.

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