Busbud, a leading global platform for ground travel bookings, has launched a new giveaway aimed at helping university and college students across the US, Canada (excluding Quebec), and the UK. The competition will award seven students a year of free travel, including bus, train, or ferry trips, providing much-needed support to those on tight budgets.
Running from September 16th to October 14th, the giveaway invites students to download the Busbud app and sign up using their school email to enter. Each of the seven winners will receive $500 in travel credits, which can be used throughout the year for journeys home, campus travel, or holiday getaways.
The initiative comes as part of Busbud’s commitment to supporting students who often face financial constraints when it comes to travelling. A recent survey of over 400 university and college students revealed that 76% wished they could travel home more frequently during the academic year. Additionally, more than 80% expressed concern about the cost of travelling, and nearly half felt that their inability to visit family and friends impacted their relationships.
Christine Petersen, Chief Marketing Officer of Busbud, commented on the motivation behind the giveaway: “We understand that travel can often feel like a luxury when you’re a college student on a shoestring budget. Feeling connected to family and friends during the school year can be challenging when you don’t always have the funds to travel home. Busbud wants to help students get home so they can recharge and excel at their studies.”
In addition to the giveaway, Busbud is offering a 10% discount on the first trip for all students. This discount aims to make initial travel more affordable and accessible.
To increase their chances of winning, students are encouraged to share a picture or video of themselves on a bus or train and tag Busbud on Instagram or TikTok. This provides an additional entry into the competition.
The winners will be announced on October 15th, following the close of the giveaway. Each winner will receive travel credits of CA$500, US$500, or £500, depending on their location, which can be used for booking ground travel across Busbud’s extensive network. The platform offers access to over 3 million routes in more than 80 countries, making it a versatile option for intercity travel.
Busbud’s latest initiative highlights the growing need for affordable travel solutions for students, helping to ease the financial burden and support their educational journey. For more information on how to enter the giveaway and to take advantage of the student discount, visit Busbud’s blog here.