The short answer
Services range from local buses with no reserved seats, through tourist-class and deluxe coaches, to air-conditioned and sleeper buses on some routes. Border-town operators also run shared jeeps and vans. For long journeys choose a reserved seat on a reputable tourist or deluxe service rather than a crowded local bus.
Book through the operator or a licensed agent, ask what is included and confirm where the bus stops for meals and the border. Keep your ticket and your documents together.
Key facts
- Local
- No reservation, crowded
- Tourist and deluxe
- Reserved seats
- AC and sleeper
- On some routes
- Shared jeeps
- At border towns
How it works
- Pick a service levelTourist or deluxe.
- Book through a reliable agentReceipt.
- Confirm stopsMeals and border.
- Check luggage rulesSpace and fees.
- Arrive earlyAt the stand.
Insider tip
Ask for a front seat if you get motion sickness.
Avoid this
Do not pay for a through ticket without a written receipt.
Related questions
Are there sleeper buses?
On some routes; confirm availability.
Can I book online?
Some operators offer it; check reviews.
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