Do babies need to be in a car seat on a bus?

Long Distance Buses Long-distance buses – like Greyhound, MegaBus & tour buses – are a different story, and while it isn't required that you use a child safety seat, it's a good idea. Long distance buses travel at high speed on the highway. Fortunately, these buses are becoming safer for small children (and adults).



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It's definitely possible to bring your baby along for a bus ride! Most pediatricians allow babies to travel by bus from their third month of life. It's important to note that unlike private vehicles, there is no specific regulation for transporting babies on buses.

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The infant must either travel in a safety seat approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) or be able to sit upright in their seat without assistance and have their seatbelt securely fastened during taxi, takeoff, landing and whenever the 'fasten seatbelt' sign is on.

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just never in a taxi or uber (or any other car for that matter!) While your pediatrician, friend, or baby care instructor may have said it's okay, baby carriers like the Baby Bjorn, Ergo, Snugli, Lillebaby, Tula, etc, will NOT protect a baby in a car crash.

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Yes. When a trip request comes from a teen account: The teen is allowed to bring other riders with them, but those other riders must be 13 years old or older. Guest riders aged 13 to 17 must have permission from a parent or legal guardian.

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Tips for riders Children requiring car seats must be strapped in them during the entire ride and not held on laps. Remember, not all car seats fit all cars, so drivers can still decline the ride if you don't have the appropriate car seat or if they aren't comfortable with having you install one in their car.

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