It may still be a while before Texas gets a high-speed rail line between its largest cities. Until then—and for those folks who’d rather stay at home than go through another airport security line—a growing number of charter-bus companies are entering the Texas market, offering everything from free wi-fi to private, on-board conference rooms. That bus trip to Dallas doesn’t seem so long when you’re binge-watching Buffy the whole way…

Update: According to its Facebook page, Shofur has "temporarily paused" its bus service throughout Texas "due to some unforeseen logistical issues" as of November 29. Though no single passenger tickets are available at this time, "Shofur will continue to provide group charter bus reservations in 100+ cities nationwide, including Texas."

Megabus

Tagline: "Safe, convenient, low-cost, daily express bus service"

Passenger Capacity: 81

81 No. of Destinations in Texas: 5

5 Daily Trips to Dallas: 10

10 Tickets Start At: $20

$20 Free Perks: Wi-fi, power outlets, reclining seats

Wi-fi, power outlets, reclining seats Discounts: Students, $10 off

Students, $10 off Assigned Seating? No, but you can reserve seats for $1 more

No, but you can reserve seats for $1 more Seat Fabric: Slightly scratchy '90s cinema carpet

Slightly scratchy '90s cinema carpet Luggage Policy: Up to 2 pieces, including 1 carry-on

Up to 2 pieces, including 1 carry-on Upgrades: Get a balcony view or a seat with a table for a few bucks more

Shofur

Tagline: "Bus reservations made easy"

"Bus reservations made easy" Passenger Capacity: 56

56 No. of Destinations in Texas: 4

4 Daily Trips to Dallas: 1

1 Tickets Start At: $29

$29 Free Perks: All of the above, plus ability to book through an app

All of the above, plus ability to book through an app Discounts: None

None Assigned Seating? Yes

Yes Seat Fabric: Depends on the bus; Shofur doesn't own its fleet, instead chartering privately owned buses

Depends on the bus; Shofur doesn't own its fleet, instead chartering privately owned buses Luggage Policy: Up to 3 pieces, including 1 carry-on

Up to 3 pieces, including 1 carry-on Upgrades: A slightly cleaner restroom than what you'll find on a Megabus

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