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DALLAS (Feb. 6, 2013) — Spreading its love for travel this Valentine’s
Day, Greyhound today announced that Greyhound Express® — the company’s
premium direct service between major cities — will expand to six new
markets, with four new routes on Feb. 14, creating the largest network
of express transportation in North America. The new routes will
connect Chicago to Memphis, Atlanta to Cincinnati, and Orlando, Fla., to
Mobile, Ala. New Express markets along these routes include Knoxville,
Tenn.; Lexington, Ky.; Effingham, Ill.; Tallahassee, Fla.; Panama City,
Fla. and Pensacola, Fla. This expands the company’s Express network to
more than 900 potential direct-service intercity pairs available in
nearly 100 markets in North America. Tickets are now on sale at
www.mygreyhoundexpress.com, with everyday fares starting at $1.
Following are the new Greyhound Express routes, starting Feb. 14: •
Chicago – Effingham – Memphis with two daily round trips • Atlanta –
Knoxville – Lexington – Cincinnati with two daily round trips •
Tallahassee – Orlando with three daily round trips • Tallahassee –
Panama City – Pensacola – Mobile with three daily round
trips “Greyhound has been connecting sweethearts, family and friends
for nearly 100 years,” said Dave Leach, president and CEO, Greyhound.
“With this expanded Greyhound Express network, our customers can enjoy a
comfortable, safe ride with premium amenities whether they need to
travel near or far to visit loved ones.” Greyhound Express operates
modern, environmentally friendly buses equipped with features such as
free Wi-Fi, power outlets, leather seats, reserved seating, extra
legroom, wheelchair lifts and on-board restrooms. Customers can buy
their Express ticket online to take advantage of discount pricing, print
their ticket at home, or pick it up at a self-service ticketing kiosk,
and know a guaranteed seat is waiting for them. Additionally, Express
customers can relax in private waiting areas, protected from the
elements in a secure environment, with a dedicated guest services
specialist to provide an extra level of customer assistance. All tickets
are nonrefundable. Greyhound Express provides non-stop service between
major cities, originating from Greyhound service hubs including New
York, Washington D.C., Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas and Calgary, Alberta.
For those who need long-distance connections, stations along Greyhound
Express routes allow travelers to easily connect to an established
network of more than 3,800 Greyhound destinations throughout North
America. For fare and schedule information and to purchase tickets,
visit www.mygreyhoundexpress.com. About Greyhound Greyhound is the
largest North American provider of intercity bus transportation, serving
more than 3,800 destinations across the continent. The company also
provides Greyhound Package Express (GPX) and charter services. For fare
and schedule information and to buy tickets call 1-800-231-2222 or visit
the website at www.greyhound.com. For the latest news and travel deals,
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