Thanksgiving 2026 falls on Thursday, November 26, and the holiday weekend is one of the busiest of the year for intercity travel in the US. Taking the bus lets you skip airport lines and holiday airfares, and arrive right downtown.
Quick answer
Book now and travel on Tuesday, November 24 or early Wednesday, November 25 if you can. Sunday, November 29 is the busiest day to come back, so book your return at the same time. On BUZ, fares we checked for Wednesday, November 25 started at $15.75 USD (New York to Philadelphia).
Popular Thanksgiving routes
- New York → Philadelphia: from $15.75 USD, 44 departures on Nov 25.
- New York → Boston: from $36.62 USD, 55 departures on Nov 25.
- New York → Washington DC: from $41.50 USD, 55 departures.
- New York → Baltimore: from $41.10 USD, 47 departures.
- Houston → Dallas: from $52.98 USD, 18 departures.
- Dallas → Austin: from $40 USD, 14 departures.
- Los Angeles → Las Vegas: from $49.98 USD, 32 departures.
- Los Angeles → San Diego: from $28.98 USD, 68 departures.
- Seattle → Portland: from $48.98 USD, 5 departures.
Find your Thanksgiving bus
Fares rise as the holiday gets closer. Book both ways now.
New York → BostonNew York → DCHouston → DallasLA → Las Vegas
Tips for holiday bus travel
- Avoid Wednesday afternoon: it’s the peak of holiday traffic on I-95, I-45 and I-15, and buses can run late.
- Book your return now: Sunday, November 29 sells out first on most routes.
- Check your stop: in New York, buses leave from Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave), Port Authority or other stops depending on the bus line.
- Arrive early: give yourself extra time to reach the station during the holiday rush.
FAQ
When is Thanksgiving 2026?
Thursday, November 26, 2026. The long weekend runs through Sunday, November 29.
What is the cheapest day to travel?
Usually Tuesday, Thanksgiving Day itself, or the Monday after. Wednesday and Sunday are the most expensive and the first to sell out.
How do I pay?
On BUZ you pay online with a credit or debit card, Apple Pay or Google Pay, and your e-ticket arrives by email.
Fares, departures and bus lines checked on BUZ on October 18, 2026 for travel on November 25, 2026. Prices change: always confirm the live price before you book.
