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Greyhound buses have been celebrated in countless folk songs and represent affordable mobility for everyone. Flixmobility, the parent company of Flixbus, has now acquired the legendary bus company from its previous owner, the British Firstgroup. Media reports indicate the purchase price was \u20ac148 million ($172 million).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Andr\u00e9 Schw\u00e4mmlein<\/strong>, co-founder and CEO of Flixmobility, says:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

"People across North America rightfully desire affordable and sustainable travel alternatives to private cars. Together, Flixbus and Greyhound will address the increased demand for environmentally friendly mobility in the U.S. We will continue the success we've already achieved in 36 other countries with our innovative and customer-focused service."<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAcquisition of Greyhound strengthens Flixbus\u2019s position in the US\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Jochen Engert<\/strong>, also co-founder and CEO of Flixmobility, says:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

"Continuously developing our network through collaborations or acquisitions has always been an essential part of our growth strategy to further expand our global presence. The acquisition of Greyhound takes us a decisive step further in this regard and strengthens Flixbus's position in the US. Both companies share a common vision for affordable, smart, and sustainable mobility for all."<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Flixbus has been active in the USA since 2018<\/a>The green buses currently serve 27 destinations in the Southwest, South, Northeast, and Pacific Northwest. Flixmobility is acquiring Greyhound, the former American market leader. In Europe, Flixbus has long been the largest provider of long-distance bus travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Greyhound represents the American long-distance bus industry like no other provider. 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