40 Carry-On Items Iowans And Illinoisans Can't Take On Buses

Because flying is apparently risky this year.

Even before the litany of airborne incidents this year, folks traveling via bus rides was already on the rise.

This year, so far, research shows Americans are afraid to fly after so many issues. If you're traveling domestic this summer, there are pros and cons to taking the bus instead.

A Greyhound bus can get you to where you're going for cheaper than flights will run you, but it also takes longer to get to your destination. And often, there are multiple transfers.

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The longer journey part of taking the bus does kinda suck and it's up to you to load/transfer your luggage on buses. But still, in this economy, it's mostly a more cost-effective way for you to get to your summer vacation spot. Like the airlines, Greyhound has a list of things you can't bring with you on the bus.

Greyhound doesn't make you pay for your baggage. But for your actual checked baggage, it needs to be no more than 50 pounds (or you'll be paying for that) and they recommend making sure nothing is sticking out of it. And also making sure your contact info (name, number, etc) is somewhere on it.

They do have a list of random odds and ends that are permitted or prohibited in either your carry-on or checked bag.

Scroll down to see 40 things you can't put in your Greyhound carry-on!