Two companions embark on a journey of 1,400 miles utilizing public transportation, reaching the Mexico-Canada border.
Friends' Unconventional Journey Across the West Coast Using Only Public Transit
Miles Taylor and Jackson Betz embarked on an extraordinary journey, traveling from San Ysidro, California, to Canada using only local public transit such as buses and trains along the West Coast. The duo's 1,400-mile trip, which started on a Monday, involved approximately 50 carefully planned local transit connections, demonstrating the possibilities of such travel methods [1][2].
Their adventure took them through California and Oregon, where they encountered both scenic vistas and unexpected challenges. However, the most significant disruption to their meticulously planned schedule was caused by an 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russia's coast, which triggered tsunami alerts along their route and forced them to adjust their travel timeline [1].
Taylor, a public transportation enthusiast who started blogging about transit systems at the tender age of 13, planned the trip and filmed the journey for his popular YouTube channel, @MilesinTransit. The channel showcases his budget-conscious travel adventures and has garnered millions of views [1][2].
During their Oregon leg of the trip, they were jolted out of their seats by some buses, but found the scenery worthwhile. Despite the challenges, they continued their journey using various forms of public transportation, including light rail systems and regional bus services [1][2][3][4].
The pair's commitment to cost-effective travel was evident in Jackson Betz booking a ticket from New York to San Antonio for just $3. They carried a detailed spreadsheet containing 50 rows of planned connections, ensuring a smooth journey as much as possible [1].
This journey represents a natural extension of Miles Taylor's long-standing passion for public transportation. His content creation approach aligns with the activities he engages in for fun, suggesting that his YouTube channel, @MilesinTransit, captures his authentic experiences [1].
Initially, the friends' expected arrival at the Canadian border was pushed from last Friday to Monday due to the natural disaster. However, they persevered and successfully completed their unconventional journey, inspiring others to consider alternative, cost-effective, and environmentally-friendly modes of travel [1][2].
[1] Source: MilesinTransit YouTube Channel [2] Source: The Verge [3] Source: CBC News [4] Source: The Guardian
- Despite the unexpected disruption caused by an earthquake in Russia, Miles Taylor and Jackson Betz maintained their commitment to traveling only through public transit along the West Coast, demonstrating the health and lifestyle benefits of adventure-travel.
- Their successful unconventional journey, captured on Taylor's YouTube channel @MilesinTransit, showcases the possibility of travel lifestyle choices that are both budget-conscious and environmentally friendly.
