Children traveling
We look after our younger travelers and have seat belts that can accommodate standard child car seats. And for the safety of all kids who ride with us, we have a few important rules…
THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Children traveling into the U.S. will need proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate. Under U.S. law, children under 16 aren’t allowed to travel into the U.S. without an adult. Take a look at our general information related to international travel for children
- Pursuant to Illinois state law, unemancipated minors under the age of 17 traveling from Illinois to a destination outside of Illinois can only do so with the consent of the parent or legal guardian.
- Children and young adults should be prepared to show proof of age, if requested.
- Boarding begins up to 20 mins prior to departure time so if you are checking bags or still need to get your ticket, be sure you give yourself time to have an agent assist you at the ticket counter.
One child under the age of 2 can sit on your lap instead of using a seat, and in this case they travel for free. Children under the age of 12 can’t travel on Greyhound unless accompanied by someone 17 years of age or older.
Many Greyhound buses come equipped with seat belts that have both lap and shoulder harnesses. You can use these with your own child seat, as long as it can be attached using a seat belt, has been approved for use in a motor vehicle, and is used according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Taking a stroller? See our baggage allowances
Children ages 12-16 pay the full fare and are allowed to travel unrestricted with someone 17 years of age or older.
Travelers 17 years of age and older pay the full fare and are allowed to travel unaccompanied with no restrictions.
Many Greyhound buses come equipped with seat belts that have both lap and shoulder harnesses. You can use these with your own child seat, as long as it can be attached using a seatbelt, has been approved for use in a motor vehicle, and is used according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
It’s your responsibility to secure your child seat to the bus seat using the harnesses provided
Children under the age of 2 can sit on your lap instead of using a seat, and in this case can travel for free.