Weighing the Benefits of Charter Buses

As our country grows more and more environmentally conscious and responsible, many concerned individuals are examining their options regarding public transportation. It may be a tough sell--leaving behind the independence of the personal car--but there are plenty of reasons to get in touch with your local train or bus companies regarding your daily commute.

Did you know that if only one in ten Americans opted exclusively for public transportation, the United States would be 40% less dependent on foreign oil? Currently, less than half of 1% of US citizens strictly use public transportation on a regular basis. Perhaps you associate taxis, trains, and charter buses only with large cities like New York or Chicago, but that would be an erroneous distinction. Sophisticated transit systems have long since spread to mid-size towns and rural communities and are more readily available than ever before. With extensive charter bus services, you no longer need to drive alone between cities on long stretches of highway.

In fact, driving by yourself is almost as bad as flying. Today's standard fuel economy averages about 23 mpg. That adds up to an enormous amount of CO2 in a single direction and is eight times worse than carpooling in a hybrid electric car, or five times worse than taking a charter bus, for instance.

Of course, the easiest way to switch to public transportation is to make the transition slowly, rather than adopt it wholesale. You can start by checking out train and bus service routes online. Find a path that meets your commuting needs or maybe a one-off trip to the grocery store. Replace a single car trip with the bus to acquaint yourself with the system. See how you like it. Once you have familiarized yourself with the ins and outs you can begin to make it a regular habit. Moreover, you can get more work done en route or just relax and read a book. Before long, you will have an intimate connection with your city that other drivers lack.

For longer trips, a bus charter service can be much more than serviceable to your needs. Trains are a competent option as well, but they produce double the carbon emissions that buses make. Whatever you do, make an effort to avoid planes or driving alone. Besides, you are 79 times safer in a bus than you are in your own vehicle. So book a charter bus trip instead and enjoy peace of mind!

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