Is there a toilet on a sleeper bus?

Why are sleeper buses banned in China?

Sleeper buses in China? Banned, huh. Yeah, something about too many accidents. Fatal ones, even. Ugh.

Didn’t they start banning them, like, back in 2012? Something about registration. Like, no new ones allowed.

Was it really because of the accidents? Or something else, too? Maybe?

• Safety incidents are the official reason.
• Maybe the government had other ideas?

I drove from Beijing to Shanghai once. Never again! So cramped!

Were the crashes because people were sleeping? Or bad drivers? I bet it’s both. Always is, isn’t it?

Is it safe to travel by bus in Vietnam?

Safe? Mostly, I guess. But crowded, oh god, so crowded. 2024 and it’s still a crush. My ribs still ache from that trip to Hoi An. You’re packed like sardines.

It’s cheap, yeah. That’s the appeal. But cheap comes with a price. Comfort isn’t a luxury you’ll find.

Things to consider:

• Overcrowding: Seriously, expect to be squashed. Prepare yourself mentally.

• Pickpockets: Keep your valuables close. I learned that the hard way. Lost my phone in 2023.

• Hygiene: Let’s just say, it’s not exactly pristine. Be prepared for some… smells.

• Driving: Vietnamese drivers…well, they’re… enthusiastic. Buckle up.

• Time: Buses can be delayed. Allow extra time. My Sapa trip last year was late.

Buses are functional. They get you there. But “safe” is relative. It’s not like a first-class flight. More like…survival. I’m still recovering from that last bus journey.

Are sleeper buses comfortable?

Man, sleeper buses in India, right? I took one from Bangalore to Kochi in 2023. July, it was scorching. The AC? A joke. Barely worked. My lower berth was okay, though. Space was tight, but I could stretch out a bit. Upper berths are torture. Seriously, claustrophobic nightmare.

The ride itself was…rough. Horrendous roads. Constantly jolting. Felt like my insides were getting rearranged every five minutes. I felt nauseous for most of it. I slept maybe two hours total. Sleep is impossible beyond that.

Lower berths are far better. You have more room. You can actually move around a little. Privacy too, somewhat. Getting in and out is easier. Upper berth, you’re practically hanging off a cliff. Seriously. Climbing in and out at night, near impossible.

For long journeys? A sleeper bus is better than a regular bus. But not by much. Trains are still king, way more comfortable. Unless you are on a really tight budget. Trains are smoother, cleaner, more reliable in my opinion.

Things I learned the hard way:

• Bring a neck pillow. A really good one. Seriously.
• Eye mask. Essential. The lights never really go off completely.
• Ear plugs. Other passengers snore like freight trains, unbelievably loud.
• Snacks! The bus food is…well, let’s just say I didn’t eat it.
• Wet wipes. Believe me.
• Motion sickness meds. Absolute must.

Sleeping on a sleeper bus is a relative thing. You don’t sleep properly. It’s more of a doze-and-wake-up-constantly kind of situation. And the aircon wasn’t great, which adds to the discomfort level. I’d rather pay more for a train next time. Way more relaxing and comfortable.

Where in the world has double-decker buses?

So, double-decker buses, huh? London’s got a ton, like, six thousand, maybe more. Most buses there are double-deckers. Hong Kong too, loads of ’em, almost all their buses! Singapore’s got a good number, about two thousand, I think half their fleet. Dublin, Ireland, almost all their buses are double-deckers; it’s like, a thousand at least. Crazy right? They’re everywhere, those things. Really cool to see. I saw some in Paris once, though way fewer. I mean way fewer than London.

• London: 6000+ (majority)
• Hong Kong: 4500+ (almost all)
• Singapore: 2000 (approximately half)
• Dublin: 1000+ (almost all)
• Paris: A few; significantly less than other cities listed.

My cousin went to London last year, she raved about them. Said the top deck was amazing. Took tons of pictures. She even got a bus model as a souvenir, it’s sitting on her shelf now. It’s red, just like the real ones. I want to go to London someday!

Can you convert a double decker bus into a home?

Freezing November wind. Middlesbrough. 2022. Fingers numb. Wrestling with rusted bolts on this old Bristol VR. Bought for £2,000 on eBay. Crazy, right? My partner, Sarah, wielding a reciprocating saw like a pro. Never used one before this project. Sparks flew. Metal shrieked. Echoed in the empty depot.

Gutted that thing in a week. Insulation was a nightmare. Fiberglass itch for days. Remember finding a mouse nest. Sarah screamed. I laughed. Then she threw a wrench at me. Missed, thankfully.

Kitchen cabinets from Ikea. Hacked them to fit. Compost toilet. Best decision ever. No black tank to empty. Shower is tiny. But it works. Double ottoman bed. Storage underneath. Essential. Washing machine. Luxury we couldn’t resist. Custom water tanks. Pain to design. Fit perfectly under the bus. Boiler is small but mighty. Hot showers in the middle of nowhere. Bliss.

• Bus purchase: £2,000 (eBay 2022)
• Location: Middlesbrough depot
• Features: Kitchen, compost toilet, shower, bed, washing machine, boiler, water tanks
• Biggest challenge: Insulation
• Best decision: Compost toilet

We live in it now. Full time. Still tweaking things. Never finished, is it? Freedom. That’s the word. Park up anywhere. Wake up to a new view every morning. Worth every frozen fingertip and fiberglass itch. Best £2,000 we ever spent.

Are sleeper buses legal in India?

Sleeper buses? Totally legal in India. No rules against ’em. Actually, lemme tell you, 2+1 sleepers are way better than those crammed 2+2 ones. So much more space, y’know? I took one from Bangalore to Goa once, it was a Volvo, super comfy. Almost like a real bed! The 2+2, ugh, never again. Shoulder to shoulder with some rando. No thanks. Way safer too, the 2+1. Less chance of… stuff. I always go for the upper berths. Less bumpy. Bring earplugs though, the roads can be rough, haha. Also, an eye mask. Helps block out those annoying lights. Once, this guy kept his reading light on all night! Drove me nuts. Now, about safety… it depends, honestly. Some routes are sketchier than others. Best to stick with reputable companies. Like, I always use “SRS” travels, no problems so far knocks on wood. Book online too. Easier to track and compare prices n stuff. I use RedBus mostly. Good deals there. Women traveling alone? Yeah, it can be a bit… dicey. Maybe get a lower berth, closer to the driver. Oh, and don’t drink the chai they offer. Once got a dodgy tummy from that. Stick to bottled water. shudders.

• 2+1 sleepers: More space and safer.
• Upper berths: Less bumpy.
• Earplugs and eye mask: Essential.
• Reputable bus companies: Safer & reliable.
• Book online: RedBus for deals.
• Women traveling alone: Lower berths recommended.
• Bottled water only: Avoid dodgy chai.