Bus and online travel are two transportation options that are widely used by Indonesian people to travel between cities.
Both modes of Transportation have their advantages and disadvantages, both in terms of price, Facilities, Safety, and comfort.
The following is a comparison of prices and facilities for buses and online travel in Indonesia.
Price
Prices for bus tickets and online travel vary depending on distance, time, class, and service provider. In general, bus ticket prices are cheaper than online travel, especially for long distances.
For example, the price of an economy class bus ticket from Jakarta to Surabaya ranges from Rp 200,000 to Rp 300,000, while the price of an online travel ticket from Jakarta to Surabaya ranges from Rp 400,000 to Rp 600,000.
However, bus ticket prices are also influenced by other factors, such as the holiday season, weather, road conditions, and congestion.
In addition, the price of bus tickets also depends on the facilities offered by the bus, such as air conditioning, toilet, TV, reclining seats, snacks, and drinks. The more facilities offered, the more expensive the bus ticket price.
Meanwhile, online travel ticket prices tend to be more stable and less influenced by external factors.
The price of an online travel ticket also depends on the type of vehicle used, such as a private car, minibus, or elf. Usually, the larger the capacity of the vehicle, the cheaper the ticket price per person.
Facilities
The facilities offered by buses and online travel also vary. Buses generally have more complete facilities than online travel, such as air conditioning, toilets, TVs, reclining seats, snacks, and drinks. Buses also have a more spacious trunk for storing passenger belongings.
However, bus facilities also have some disadvantages, such as noise from the engine or Horn of other vehicles, unpleasant odors from the toilet or cigarette smoke of other passengers, as well as the risk of contracting diseases from other passengers who cough or sneeze.
In addition, bus facilities are also not always functioning properly or in accordance with health standards.
Online Travel has simpler facilities than buses, such as air conditioning and regular seats. Travel online does not have a toilet or TV in the vehicle.
Online Travel also has more limited baggage to store passengers ‘ belongings.
However, online travel facilities also have several advantages, such as quieter sounds from personal or rented vehicles, fresher smells from air conditioning or other passengers ‘ perfumes, and lower risk of contracting diseases from fewer other passengers.
In addition, online travel facilities are also easier to arrange or adjust to the needs of passengers.
Conclusion
From the above comparison, it can be concluded that bus and online travel have their own advantages and disadvantages. The choice of transport that suits each person depends on their preferences, budget and travel goals.
For those who prioritize low prices and complete facilities for long distances, buses can be the right choice. For those who prioritize stable prices and simple facilities for short or medium distances, online travel can be a great choice.