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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Martz new reservation system sucks. I’ve literally lost paid for bus tickets because the site crashes constantly and apparently conflicts with iPhones. This system is completely unfair to commuters wh... See more

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Things just keep getting worse. For some reason they continue to cave to the pressure brought by occasional riders rather than listening to the thoughts of daily commuters. The reservation system is a... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Cynthia at the Scranton location cost my mother $200 in Lyft costs because she chose to be untrustworthy. One of my mother's travel bags was left on the bus coming from Philadelphia to Allentown, due... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Scranton to NYC route was good. However, the bus got overcrowded because the passengers from a subsequent bus were allowed to board the previous bus. Also, there was no movie during the ride which mak... See more

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The Martz Group, founded in 1908, is a 5th generation, family owned and operated transportation company with headquarters in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The mission of the Martz Group is to provide safe, reliable and courteous service at an affordable price, and has stayed true to this mission, vision and community for over a century. The services offered have continuously evolved for the last 100 years, providing transportation in 7 states; Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Washington D.C and Florida.


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TrustScore 2.5 out of 5

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Services provided is great

Services provided is great - bus schedules are also good but just hope they put a hold on increasing ticket prices anytime soon

October 7, 2021
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Reply from Martz Group

Thank you for the review!
Please let us know if you need assistance anytime, customerservice@martzgroup.com

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Commuter tickets expire too quickly

Commuter tickets expire too quickly! Working from home a few days ended up costing me six tickets.

October 5, 2021
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Reply from Martz Group

Thank you for the review. We do offer smaller packages, if you have vacation time or with the holidays coming up it might be a good idea with speak with an Agent to find the best package options based on your needed.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The new system needs serious…

The new system needs serious improvements.
On monday 10.4.21 4:45 am at Dwg 3 people with 100% “guaranteed seats” were told by bus driver that they have to reschedule ,because he has to pick up few people in Pv .I was late ...etc ,Reschedule process was painful and chaotic at the terminal (long line ) I hardly got 5:05 bus

October 5, 2021
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Reply from Martz Group

We are sorry to hear this. This should not be the experience with the reservations, if you have any further issues please let us know customerservice@martzgroup.com

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The company doesn't care at all about…

The company doesn't care at all about their customers, they don't clean the buses, they try their best to make your experience as bad as possible. They will cancel a bus 5 minutes after it's scheduled to be there, the company itself is just flat out awful to deal with.

October 4, 2021
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Our team is here to help if you need assistance, please email customerservice@martzgroup.com

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

This bus company has a monopoly on NEPA…

This bus company has a monopoly on NEPA and is extremely overpriced for the quality of busses. Their ticket system is very outdated even with the attempted new changes. It’s so overpriced that I was able to book a one way flight from NYC to Los Angeles for less than a one way ticket from Port Authority to Wilkes-Barre. I’ve been forced to use this bus company for years because I don’t have a car and live in NYC. I hope they go out of business so that MegaBus or some other affordable options can breathe life back into the Wyoming Valley. I wish I could have a refund for the last 10 years I had to pay this company.

October 1, 2021
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Thank you for your insights, we appreciate your feedback.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

1) You are a commuter bus line

1) You are a commuter bus line, act like it. simplify and speed up the process, get on line! get on the bus! and get going! Nothing more than that is needed. Forcing reservations and limiting access to certain bus runs will upset a lot more riders than the select few who show up late for a certain bus run everyday because of their work schedule.
2) If a passenger doesn't get on a bus then their ticket should stay on their account until it is used!!! or the ticket expires!!! Martz should NEVER EVER take anyone's money without providing a service. Your system should never have been designed to take peoples money if the passenger never got on a bus to use that ticket.

October 1, 2021
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Reply from Martz Group

Thank you for the review. If you have any updates since the roll out of the reservations system, feel free to email us customerservice@martzgroup.com.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am giving Martz company 5 stars…

I am giving Martz company 5 stars because you have excellent bus service. However, there was no gate number at my ticket (I was leaving from Port Authority NYC) and it was very frustrating experience to find the right gate

September 30, 2021
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Reply from Martz Group

Thank you for the review! We agree and are working to make that improvement for you and all of our customers. Please let us know if you need assistance anytime, customerservice@martzgroup.com

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Drivers & Staff are Friendly

Drivers & Staff are Friendly
Prices too high for the services rendered.
Management doesn't seem to care about the customers. They instituted a reservation system without polling the daily commuters. They are catering to the vacationers who ride a few times a year instead of us who take the bus 250+ days a year.

September 30, 2021
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Reply from Martz Group

Thank you for the kind words about Martz Drivers and Staff.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great ….

Ya Was Great Coming Back Home but Leaving to Pack it shouldn’t be to many on the bus because of COVID ….

September 29, 2021
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Thank you for the nice review.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

The reservation system is not good

The reservation system is not good . You don't care about the commuters who take t he bus every day

September 29, 2021
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Reply from Martz Group

Thank you for the review. If you have any updates since the roll out of the reservations system, feel free to email us customerservice@martzgroup.com.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I previously wrote a good review about…

I previously wrote a good review about how well the Martz served their customers, but not anymore. Overnight they changed their policy regarding ticket reservations. Tickets used to be valid for a year after making a purchase. So if you missed your bus for whatever reason the ticket was still valid for 365 days. Now, if you purchase a boarding pass and you happen to miss your bus that's it you lose your money. No bus credit, no rescheduled ride and no refund under any circumstance. I contacted customer service and they were no assistance. If you click the customer service tab it redirects you to the websites homepage. I wouldn't recommend the Martz anymore because they do not prioritize the customer, especially me whose been taking this bus since college. They should have just left things the way they were.

September 28, 2021
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Reply from Martz Group

Thank you for the feedback. Martz now offers reservations to guarantee your seat on the chosen date and time you choose, if you need to change your plans please give us a call 570 821 3800. A member of our team will be reaching out to you regarding your most recent trip.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Airline stranded me in NYC

Airline stranded me in NYC. Martz got me home on time, with good equipment and driver.

September 28, 2021
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Reply from Martz Group

Thank you for the nice review! We are glad we were able to help you with your travel needs!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

More money, less buses and service

Tickets are crazy expensive, service cut backs, new reservation system so they don't have to put out extra buses anymore. Feels like we're nothing more than cattle to them to be packed on as much as possible and as cheaply as possible.

September 27, 2021
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Reply from Martz Group

Thank you for the review. If you have any updates since the roll out of the reservations system, feel free to email us customerservice@martzgroup.com.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ridiculous booking trips

Ridiculous booking trips
Stop that

September 26, 2021
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Reply from Martz Group

Our Customer Service Team is here to help with reservations, 570-821-3800.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

excellent service

excellent service, wish they add more runs from Allentown to Philadelphia and have a stop at Wescosville

September 25, 2021
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Thank you!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

To Phil. the day of the flooding

I took the AM bus from WVM to 30th St Station, Phila on 9/2. Due to flooding,
driver had to find another way to get there! Went the very long way around, past the airport, 95 North, through the city to the train station. Took 2 hours longer, but got there. Driver was calm, careful, put up with very heavy traffic.
Felt safe and in good hands.

September 23, 2021
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Reply from Martz Group

Great review, thank you!
We are sharing with our Driver, we know your kind words will be much appreciated!!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Things just keep getting worse

Things just keep getting worse. For some reason they continue to cave to the pressure brought by occasional riders rather than listening to the thoughts of daily commuters. The reservation system is a nightmare that no one wanted and the new website is ridiculously slow and a pain to navigate. It’s a shame really. I’ve been riding for 13 years and was hoping it would get better or stay the same, instead it’s gotten worse. Wonder if that imaginary train will ever actually happen.

September 22, 2021
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Reply from Martz Group

Our team is here to help, 570 821 3800 if you have any issues with your reservation. Thank you for the feedback.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Your WiFi never works

Your WiFi never works. It's never worked once for me and I take the bus to and from NYC to Scranton half a dozen times per year.

September 22, 2021
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Reply from Martz Group

Hi David,
We no longer offer free wifi, sorry for the confusion!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always on Time

Always on Time , Always a fast and safe journey

September 21, 2021
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Reply from Martz Group

Thank you Anthony, it is our pleasure to serve you.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

eeh!!!

I have taken this bus and rout multiple times with my family. This time i encountered a very rude baggage handler. On our trip out he was rude to both me and my husband, and on the return trip he dropped my bag face down after taking it off the bus, causing souvenirs to break. I was pleased with the travel itself.

September 21, 2021
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Reply from Martz Group

Thank you for the feedback and kind words about the travel. A member of our team will be reaching out to you regarding your baggage.

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