I spoke with Greyhound Customer service on June 21, 2019. A person without an official ID has one option, which is
to pre-pay a ticket online
. It has an $18.00 fee on top of the ticket price and is only available in the United States, but it may be your only option.
Does Greyhound make you show ID?
Yes
, Greyhound requires you to present an ID to an agent to board the bus. Make sure you have identification issued by a government agency that meets the carrier's requirements. … If you do not have an ID, please contact Greyhound directly to ask about alternative boarding options.
Can you see if someone got on a Greyhound bus?
Greyhound still uses paper ticketing so the paper ticket its self is the record they keep — it's not always easy to find where that is. If you ordered a will call ticket for this person
you may be able to call up the station
and see if they can tell you if anyone ever picked it up.
How do I track a Greyhound bus?
Greyhound buses are notorious for being late. So expect to board your bus
30 minutes to an hour after the scheduled boarding time
. And that's on a good day. Depending on why your bus is delayed, you may have to wait anywhere from 4 to 6 hours.
How can I travel without an ID?
- U.S. passport.
- U.S. passport card.
- DHS trusted traveler cards (Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI, FAST)
- U.S. military ID (active duty or retired military and their dependents, and DoD civilians)
- Permanent resident card.
- Border crossing card.
Do they search your bags on Greyhound?
“
Cops routinely board Greyhound buses and ask passengers to search their luggage
,” Theshia Naidoo, a legal director with the Drug Policy Alliance, tells ConsumerAffairs. “If a person consents to the search, there is no fourth amendment protections relating to the search.”
Do Greyhound buses have bathrooms?
We do stop frequently for a rest break, but it's good to know
there's a restroom on board your bus
if you need it.
Does Greyhound have assigned seating?
We don't assign seat numbers
, so you can take any available seat on the bus. However, we do reserve the front row seats for customers with disabilities, the elderly and unaccompanied children.
Can I fly with a regular ID?
You must present an acceptable ID, such as
a valid passport
, state-issued enhanced driver's license or U.S. military ID, to fly within the U.S. You will not be allowed to fly if your identity cannot be verified.
Will a picture of my ID work at the airport?
While it might take a little longer, the Transportation Security Administration does provide a handful of options to get you through security without government issued ID. … According to the TSA's website,
a federal- or state-issued photo identification is required to fly
.
How can I get a temporary ID?
If your current Driver License and/or Identification Card is expired or is about to expire, you may request a temporary license to be mailed to you by
calling 1-800-777-0133
or visit a local DMV field office to receive a temporary license in person.
Does a backpack count as a carry-on Greyhound?
There are no size limits for carry-on bags listed
on Greyhound's website. Standard-sized carry-on suitcases fit perfectly in the overhead bins on Greyhound buses. I've also found that average-sized backpacks work great as carry-on luggage and they can usually fit in the overhead bins and under the seats as well.
Do Greyhound buses have metal detectors?
Greyhound said that
while it does not use metal detectors at all of its locations
, its safety practices are similar to other bus companies. Drivers and terminal employees also are trained on security procedures. … That's true even though vastly more people get on a bus, train or subway than on planes each day.
Is a backpack considered a carry-on?
A carry-on
bag must fit underneath the seat or in an enclosed overhead bin
. … Personal items include: Handbag, purse, or pocketbook, backpack, briefcase, laptop computer, with or without a bag.
Is there WIFI on Greyhound?
Wi-Fi is free on all Greyhound buses
, and for all passengers.
