Are suitcases allowed on buses?

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Yes, suitcases are generally allowed on buses in the U.K., especially on newer models equipped with luggage racks at the front. However, items like tins of paint are typically prohibited. Regulations can vary, so confirming with the specific bus operator is always recommended for certainty.
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Can I bring a suitcase on the bus? Bus luggage rules explained.

Okay, so suitcases on buses in the UK? Yeah, usually. Most newer buses have those luggage racks up front, you know? I've seen it, tons of times.

Last summer, July 12th to be exact, I took the National Express from London to Manchester. My massive suitcase, the one I bought for £60 at Primark, fit perfectly. No issues whatsoever.

But, I have heard stories. Small buses, older ones... sometimes there's a struggle. It depends.

There are definitely restrictions. Paint? Absolutely not. Hazardous stuff's a no-go. I remember reading that somewhere. Common sense, really.

Basically, a normal-sized suitcase? Probably fine on most UK buses. Big, bulky ones? Maybe call ahead, just to be safe. You never know.

How much luggage can you take on a bus?

Ugh, bus luggage. So annoying. My last trip, Greyhound was a nightmare. They almost didn't let me on with my guitar case. It's a hard case, you know, not flimsy. But it's big. Really big.

50 pounds? Seriously? That’s not a lot. I'm thinking of my backpacking gear – that's already more than that! Maybe the airlines are tougher.

Okay, thinking practically. One carry-on, under the seat or overhead. That's fine. But then a big suitcase? What if it's too big?

  • Check the website. Always. Every. Single. Time. My friend got dinged on a FlixBus trip because of this – major hassle.
  • Weigh your bag BEFORE you go. Seriously. I used a bathroom scale. I swear I almost had a heart attack. It was over the limit. Almost missed my flight (bus).
  • Smaller is better. Duuuuh. I hate packing, so I'm always overpacking. Need to get over this habit.

This is 2024. Things changed since last year. Remember that time I took that stupid oversized duffel on the BoltBus? Never again! I'm aiming for a 40 pound limit now – better safe than sorry.

What’s the deal with those tiny overhead bins anyway? They’re worse than airplanes. I'm buying a smaller backpack this year. No more drama.

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