How to choose a seat on the bus
If the carrier lets you pick a seat on the seat map, it is worth a minute of your time: on a long trip the difference is noticeable.
Front, middle or back
- Front rows — a better view and less motion sickness. A good choice if travelling makes you queasy.
- The middle of the cabin usually has the smoothest ride.
- Back rows are closer to the toilet (if there is one) and therefore to passenger traffic. Seats in the last row often do not recline.
Window or aisle
- By the window it is easy to sleep leaning against the wall and to watch the road, but getting out means disturbing your neighbour.
- By the aisle it is easier to stand up and stretch your legs, though other passengers will pass by you.
Double-decker buses
- The upper deck gives a panoramic view, especially from the front row, but the swaying is stronger there.
- The lower deck rides more calmly and is usually closer to the toilet.
Worth knowing
- Seats by the emergency exits and behind the stairs sometimes have more legroom.
- Travelling with a child or a group? Pick seats together straight away — closer to departure fewer pairs are left.
- Not every carrier shows a seat map: then the seat is assigned automatically.