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Peter Pan Bus Lines is one of the largest privately-owned motorcoach companies in the United States, serving over 100 communities throughout the Northeast corridor, with daily express service, including Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, DC.

With unpredictable gas prices and high city parking costs, Peter Pan is the most economical as well as environmentally-friendly alternative to driving personal automobiles.  Bus transportation is the “greenest” form of travel, as the average bus can remove as many as 55 passenger cars from crowded highways, reducing carbon dioxide emissions as well as reducing stress.

Peter Pan Bus Lines holds the highest safety rating from the U.S. Department of Transportation and the U.S. Department of Defense. Read more about our commitment to safety here.

Peter Pan Bus Lines Reserved Seating upgrade for Northeast travel launching Summer 2026
Peter Pan Bus Lines Launches Reserved Seating Upgrade for Summer 2026 CommunityNews

Peter Pan Bus Lines Launches Reserved Seating Upgrade for Summer 2026

Customers Can Now Select Preferred Seats in Advance on Select Northeast Routes Peter Pan Bus Lines is introducing a new way for travelers to personalize their trip this summer with the launch of Reserved Seating, a new optional upgrade that allows customers to select their seats in advance. Beginning May 18, 2026, customers booking travel for June 1, 2026 and…
Peter Pan Bus Lines nominated for USA Today 10Best Best Bus Service in the United States 2026
Peter Pan Bus Lines Nominated Again for USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Award CommunityNews

Peter Pan Bus Lines Nominated Again for USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Award

After Back-to-Back Top 5 Finishes, Peter Pan Bus Lines Looks Ahead to 2026 Voting Campaign Peter Pan Bus Lines is proud to announce its nomination for USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Award for Best Bus Service in the United States for 2026. Following back-to-back Top 5 finishes in the national rankings, including a second-place finish in 2024, Peter Pan Bus…
Service Returns to Philadelphia Bus Terminal Starting May 1 CommunityNews

Service Returns to Philadelphia Bus Terminal Starting May 1

Peter Pan Bus Lines is proud to announce its return to the Philadelphia Bus Terminal at 1001 Filbert Street in Center City, restoring service to one of the city’s most recognized and centrally located transportation hubs. Beginning May 1, 2026, all service will operate from this Philadelphia bus station, providing travelers with a more convenient and comfortable departure and arrival…
Cherry Blossom Season Is Here: Where to Go This Spring! CommunityTravel Tips

Cherry Blossom Season Is Here: Where to Go This Spring!

Spring has officially arrived, and cherry blossom season is beginning to bloom across the Northeast. If you’re thinking about a quick getaway, now is the time to plan. From Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia and Newark, each city along the Peter Pan route reaches peak bloom at a slightly different time, giving you multiple chances to catch the season at its…
Peter Pan Bus Lines Named Best US Bus Company by Busbud
Peter Pan Bus Lines Earns “Best of the Best” in Busbud Traveller’s Best Awards 2026 CommunityNews

Peter Pan Bus Lines Earns “Best of the Best” in Busbud Traveller’s Best Awards 2026

Peter Pan Bus Lines proudly earned the title of Best US Bus Company in the inaugural Busbud Traveller’s Best Awards 2026, receiving the platform’s highest honor, “Best of the Best.” Busbud, a global travel booking platform, launched the Traveller’s Best Awards to recognize top transportation providers based on verified passenger reviews. Travelers who booked through Busbud rated their experiences and…
Richmond, Virginia skyline along the James River, one of the destinations served through Peter Pan Bus Lines’ expanded Virginia service.
Peter Pan Bus Lines Offers Virginia Service CommunityNews

Peter Pan Bus Lines Offers Virginia Service

Peter Pan Bus Lines is proud to offer convenient, affordable travel to and from Virginia. Serving more than 24 locations in Virginia, Peter Pan connects riders to key cities and major college towns, including Richmond, Charlottesville, Blacksburg, Harrisonburg, Danville, Front Royal, and Wytheville, along with additional communities throughout the state. Virginia service makes travel easy for students, families, and professionals…
Jacob DuBois Named Senior Director of Safety and Security CommunityNews

Jacob DuBois Named Senior Director of Safety and Security

Peter Pan Bus Lines announced the appointment of Jacob DuBois as Senior Director of Safety and Security, effective February 1, reinforcing the company’s ongoing commitment to safety, security, and regulatory compliance across its transportation network. DuBois brings extensive experience in transportation safety and operations to the role. Most recently, he served as Connecticut Division Manager, overseeing daily operations with a…
Lauryn Picknelly-DuBois and Peter B. Picknelly of Peter Pan Bus Lines standing together at company headquarters, representing fourth-generation family leadership.
Peter Pan Announces Fourth-Generation Leadership CommunityNews

Peter Pan Announces Fourth-Generation Leadership

Peter Pan Bus Lines, one of the nation’s largest family-owned and operated intercity bus companies, announced key leadership promotions as the company looks ahead to 2026 and nearly a century of service. Leadership Promotions Lauryn Picknelly-DuBois, Vice President, Finance Peter B. Picknelly, Vice President These appointments mark the addition of fourth-generation leadership within the Picknelly family and reinforce the company’s…