Peter Pan Bus Lines Becomes First US Bus Company to Eliminate Booking Fees
The move enhances the operation's customer experience, reinforcing the company’s leadership in providing affordable, convenient, and modern travel solutions.
With Peter Pan's announcement, passengers traveling from Boston, New York City, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., or one of over 100 other destinations throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, will now experience fee-free travel.
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Peter Pan Bus Lines of Springfield, Massachusetts, has become the first bus company in the US to eliminate booking fees for all tickets purchased directly through PeterPanBus.com and the Peter Pan Bus Lines Mobile App, the company announced.
The move enhances the Peter Pan customer experience, reinforcing the company’s leadership in providing affordable, convenient, and modern travel solutions.
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“Peter Pan has always led with innovation and a commitment to our riders,” said Peter A. Picknelly, CEO of Peter Pan Bus Lines. Unlike other sites, when you book directly with us, you get the lowest price guaranteed with no fees. It’s the better way to travel.”
Fee-Free Travel and More
Passengers traveling from Boston, New York City, Philadelphia, Providence, Cape Cod, Baltimore, Worcester, Washington D.C., or one of over 100 other destinations throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic will now experience fee-free travel.
From upgraded onboard amenities like free Wi-Fi and power outlets to cutting-edge features like real-time bus tracking, Peter Pan is committed to enhancing the traveler’s experience.
Earlier this year, the operation was named METRO’s Operator of the Year at this year’s United Motorcoach Association Expo.
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