No Car? No Problem: A Student’s Guide to Traveling with FlixBus

Heading to college without a car? No problem. You don’t need your own set of wheels to get around during the school year. 

FlixBus connects college communities with cities and towns across the country, making it easier to get home, visit friends, or explore somewhere new. With stops on or near college campuses, students can get where they need to go without relying on a friend for a ride. 

So, where can you go? 

Start With Campus 

For some colleges and universities, FlixBus stops directly on campus, making it easy to get on the bus without arranging a ride to a station.  

Colleges with FlixBus stops on campus include: 

• University of Kansas (KU) 

• University of Massachusetts Amherst 

• University at Albany (SUNY Albany) 

• University of Oregon 

• Central Washington University (CWU) 

• University of Arizona (U of A) 

• University of California, Irvine (UC Irvine or UCI) 

• University of California, Santa Barbara (UC Santa Barbara) 

Whether you’re arriving for the first time, returning after summer break, or heading home at the end of the semester, having a bus stop on campus can make getting there simpler. 

Go Home When You Want 

College doesn’t mean you have to wait for Thanksgiving or winter break to see family and friends back home. 

A long weekend, a spontaneous visit home, or a trip between semesters can all be reasons to hop on a bus. FlixBus connects college communities with destinations across the country, giving students more flexibility to make plans without coordinating a ride. 

And because you're not behind the wheel, you can spend the trip relaxing, catching up on entertainment, or finishing schoolwork instead of paying attention to the road. 

Explore Beyond Campus 

One of the best parts of college is getting out and exploring. Whether you're visiting friends at another school, spending a weekend in a nearby city, or checking out more of the area around your campus, you don't need a car to get there. 

FlixBus serves college communities through stops both on and near campuses. 

Examples of colleges with FlixBus stops within 10 minutes of campus include: 

• University of Missouri–Kansas City (UMKC) 

• SUNY Polytechnic Institute 

• University of Tennessee (UTK) 

• Harvard University 

• Texas Christian University (TCU) 

• University of Illinois - Parkland College 

• Tulane University 

• Southern University and A&M College 

• University of Massachusetts Boston 

Depending on the location, nearby stops may be accessible by walking, campus shuttle, local public transportation, or a short rideshare. 

Know Before You Go  

Heading to or from college often means bringing more than just a backpack. With a free luggage allowance, FlixBus removes the expense of bringing the essentials needed for move-in, move-out, school breaks, and trips home. 

Other features that can make the journey easier include: 

• Free Wi-Fi and power outlets to stay connected along the way 

• No need to drive so you can relax, catch up on entertainment or get some work done 

• No parking or gas costs during the trip that come with driving yourself 

Plan Around the College Calendar 

Some of the busiest times of year for students are also popular times for other folks to travel. Planning ahead can help you find the schedule and fare that work best for your plans, especially around: 

• Move-in weekend 

• Thanksgiving break 

• Winter break 

• Spring break 

• Graduation weekend 

Whether you're planning months ahead or deciding on a last-minute weekend trip, checking your options as early as possible can help make your travel plans easier. 

Your College Experience Doesn't Need a Car 

College is an exciting time to make your own plans, and those plans don't have to stop at the edge of campus. Intercity bus travel with FlixBus gives students another way to get around without needing a car and make the most of your college years. 

Ready to go? Search FlixBus routes and find your next trip.