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NewsJanuary 29, 2021

Treacherous Times — but also Optimism — for Intercity Bus Lines: DePaul Study

A new study on the intercity bus industry includes a stern warning: that a major carrier (or perhaps some combination of smaller carriers), could dramatically downsize service, or even shut down entirely this coming year if demand doesn’t rebound more rapidly than now anticipated.

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ArticlesApril 6, 2020

3 Big Trends Changing Intercity Bus Travel

With FlixBus continuing to grow, competition amongst the big three continues to increase, while operations are partnering to solve the first-, last-mile issues by leveraging technology.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 31, 2020

Intercity bus lines rolling out new services, DePaul study finds

Greyhound, Megabus, and FlixBus made notable strategic moves last year, with the latter launching service in 22 states.  

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Newsby StaffOctober 30, 2019

FlixBus tests long-range, 100% battery-electric MCI coach

The company also launched the world’s first E-Buses on long-distance lines in 2018 beginning in France and Germany.

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Newsby StaffMay 28, 2019

FlixBus expands into East Coast market

The bright green buses will hit the streets of Manhattan on May 30, exactly one year after FlixBus entered the U.S. 

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Newsby StaffMay 3, 2019

FlixBus again expands U.S. service

El Paso-based Intermex Transportation will manage the daily operation of the buses, while FlixBus manages tech and marketing.

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ArticlesMarch 26, 2019

Intercity Bus Lines Pivot to Premium Services, Dynamic Scheduling

With new brands like Flixbus entering the market, the industry is moving toward launching premium services that feature dynamic scheduling.  

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Newsby StaffMarch 7, 2019

Flixbus launches southern U.S. network

The company plans to add more cities in Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Texas to the network throughout spring 2019.

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ArticlesJanuary 7, 2019

Motorcoach Survey Finds Business Growing, Driver Pool Shrinking

Issues recruiting, hiring, and retaining drivers is now impacting operators' bottom line by impeding the ability to grow or expand.

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Newsby StaffDecember 12, 2018

FlixBus launches #FlixVR on select routes

The program will run for three months and will be available for no extra charge to passengers who reserve “panoramic seats.”

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