At the center of this transformation is FlixBus, the German-based travel technology company that now owns Greyhound and is working to redefine long-distance bus travel in North America. “Flix is a global travel technology company, active in more than 40 countries,” he explained. Intercity bus travel has deep roots here, but in recent decades, the industry has lagged behind its global peers. Access to Intermodal Hubs – By law, intercity buses are entitled to “reasonable access” to public transportation centers, but enforcement is weak. “Buses are back, and they’re here to stay.”5 Ways FlixBus is Changing Intercity Travel Partner-Driven Model: Rather than owning buses, FlixBus partners with local operators —providing technology, scheduling, and marketing while operators handle fleet and drivers.