Your rights as a bus passenger

Here you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions about your passenger rights when traveling by bus. On which buses do passenger rights apply? What rights do passengers have in the event of bus delays, bus cancellations, or denied boarding?

Bus passenger rights

On which buses do passenger rights apply?

  • Scheduled bus ride (published timetable)
  • The place of departure or arrival is within the EU
  • The bus route is at least 250 km long.
  • Restricted passenger rights for distances of less than 250 km or coach travel
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Bus delay and cancellation

What are passengers entitled to in the event of a bus delay or cancellation?

  • From 90 minutes departure delay
  • Appropriate care services
  • Hotel accommodation
  • Reimbursement of the fare or alternative transportation
  • Compensation claims
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Deadlines

No feedback from the company?

  • Contacted the company within three months?
  • No response after one month?
  • No final answer within three months?
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Duty to inform

How and about what do companies have to provide information?

  • Delays
  • Bus cancellations
  • Impact on the planned trip
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People with disabilities (PRM)

Obligations of companies

  • Obligation to transport
  • Registration of assistance
  • Damaged mobility aids
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