r/hitchhiking

Good afternoon, everyone. I’ll be arriving in Lisbon on July 13 and plan to spend three months backpacking through Europe. I’ll start in Lisbon and plan to travel to Prague, passing through Spain, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Switzerland, and Germany, ending my trip in Prague. I’ll be hitchhiking most of the way and taking a few bus or train trips when I can find good deals, since I’m on a tight budget. I plan to camp in the small towns I pass through and spend 2–3 days in hostels in the big cities to explore them before continuing my journey. Any recommendations, warnings, help, tips, or opinions are very welcome and will be a great help. I hope to meet other travelers and enjoy the European summer. Thank you all!

This is being going on my mind from a time Me and my friends (4 male) went to Munnar from Kochi, while coming from the top hill point it was around 11:00 PM at night , we were in a car (i20), 2 of my friend at the driver and passenger seat, while me and my friend at the rear seat, we saw some people standing at the corner of the road and park to next was a jeep which appears to have been not starting, usually we won’t stop but my friend saw stopped because he saw some girls there. There jeep had some issue in the engine and there would be no tow facility and they had a booked a villa in the main Munnar town, and they won’t find any other vehicle as well because it was around 20 KM, from the main town. They were 6 people 4 female and 2 male (they were office colleagues/friends), 1 male decided that he will stay at the jeep only meanwhile if we could offer other lift to the Munnar town the other boy can come up with some mechanic or someone to get the other guy. They seemed genuine and well off and the girls in their group was quite good looking, but we said we don’t have much space but we can adjust, so at the back seat me and my friend were already sitting, the male guy sat at the back next to me and next to him sat on the rear end another girl so we four people sat at the back seat and it was quite congested, now one girl (most attractive and hot) sat on their male friend lap, the other girl sat on the female friend lap and their was one more girl who was not that attractive she was left, now i thought she will sit on my lap (it’s better than no one sitting on my lap) but since she can’t come in between the girls who were sitting on the laps had to adjust and shift one next to their seat right and the girl I was eyeing on the most, the most attractive girl among them sat on my lap, I still can’t forget the moment, in the next 2 minutes. I had a boner which I definitely know was too hard to not notice but the girl on my lap kept straight face, I started talking to her slowly (in seducing voice) like were she’s from and what she does and she had to keep a straight face and answer, I would say the best 45 minutes of my life. We reached and as soon as she left my lap there was a huge visible boner (probably one of the biggest of all time) on my pant. I tried to hide it and get away with it, My friends teased me and I kept saying I was just being helpful.
Ahh I miss that time. I didn’t asked her insta, later I sent that girl LinkedIn request because I knew her college (she told) and she accepted but nothing after that.

Thought an Amtrak train pass, expires on the 9th. I can give away like 5 rides if anybody needs.

Will it work? Not sure how the ferry/tunnel works or how strict they are about car passengers. It will be my first time hitchhiking because I need to get to London on tuesday and prices for everything else are too much for me. Thank you!!

I've been meaning to try hitch hiking for a little while now. My dad told me I'd be out there all day and never get picked up. I am really tall, pretty fat, and kinda ugly, so I believed this too. Today, I had ridden the bus to cracker barrel about 11 miles from home, and had to wait 40 minutes for the bus. I figured that since the on ramp for the interstate was right by the bus stop, I would try and get a ride for 30 minutes to the bus station, and if I didn't get a ride, I would just ride the bus home. I didn't think I would, but I did get a ride very quickly. In the span of 4 minutes, a car drove by me and honked their horn at me, someone stuck a peace sign out the window, and then a guy picked me up. I was just gonna try and ask for the exit right by the bus station, but this guy asked where I lived and offered to drive me the whole way home. It went very smoothly, and I can definitely say I am pretty confident. I've been thinking of hitch hiking across the country, but I think I need to get in better shape first. It was a lot of fun and hell, I might even hitch hike some more tomorrow just for fun. It felt like gambling almost. Told my dad I didn't get molested, and he told me to show more leg next time. But yeah, pretty stoked about that today.

Hey everyone,

This summer I’m attempting something I’ve wanted to do for a long time: my first ever solo hitchhiking trip.

The plan is to get from Berlin to Tirana (around 1,850 km) almost entirely by hitchhiking. Once I arrive in Albania I’ll spend about a week exploring the country before flying home. I also already have a return flight booked for about two weeks after my departure, so the timeline is fixed.

Current route:

Berlin → Prague → Budapest → Belgrade → Niš → Prishtina (Kosovo) → Tirana

The challenge I’ve set for myself is simple:

Reach Albania without spending any money on transportation or accommodation. The only things I’m planning to pay for before arriving are food and other essentials. Once I’m in Albania, the challenge is over and I’m happy to spend money on accommodation, buses, activities, etc.

For accommodation on the way, I’m planning to sleep in a hammock with a bug net and tarp whenever possible, using hostels only if something goes completely wrong or the weather makes it necessary.

I’m 20 years old, traveling solo, and this will be my first hitchhiking experience. I’ve spent weeks researching borders, safety, gear, insurance, and Hitchwiki, but I know that nothing beats hearing from people who’ve actually done it.

A few things I’d love to hear your thoughts on:

• How difficult is Serbia for hitchhiking these days?
• Would you recommend going through Kosovo or North Macedonia, and why?
• Are there any roads, border crossings, or areas you’d avoid?
• Is sleeping in a hammock a realistic plan along this route?
• What’s one mistake you made on your first long hitchhiking trip that you’d warn me about?
• Is there anything you’d definitely add or remove from my gear?

Current gear:

• Backpack
• Hammock + bug net
• Sleeping bag
• Sleeping pad
• Rain poncho
• Water bottle
• Headlamp
• Power bank
• Small lock
• Dry bags
• Money belt
• Mosquito spray
• Offline maps & translator
• Basic clothing for around two weeks

And some more small stuff…

I’m also considering bringing a small souvenir from home with me for drivers or occasionally offering to buy them a coffee at a rest stop. It’s not something I see as a “payment,” more just a gesture of appreciation. That said, I’m still unsure if this is actually appropriate or even practical while hitchhiking, so I’d be curious how others handle situations like this.

One thing I found during my research is that some drivers in the Balkans are reluctant to take hitchhikers across borders, so my plan is to get dropped off before the border and find someone who’s already crossing legally. Has that matched your experience?

I’d also love to hear your best hitchhiking stories from the Balkans whether they were amazing, hilarious, or complete disasters. Those kinds of experiences are honestly one of the main reasons I’m doing this trip.

Thanks! Hopefully I’ll be able to come back here afterwards and share how it went.

But I’ve never hitchhiked , any advice?

I'm looking to hitchhike to Phoenix from near Memphis, but I've not done any hitchhiking before. I know the saying "ass, grass or cash" but not sure how literal it is and if it still applies these days. I don't have any money (which is why I'm planning to hitchhike). Is there going to be an expectation of sexual favors along the way? How would I know if someone wants that (or something else) versus someone just lending a hand?

I'm a 40-year old guy, by the way. I'm sure there are considerable gender differences. I'd say I'm about average looking.

Hi there fellows!!

I'm heading to a "small trip" from Madrid To Berlin, and yeah I checked at the flights, quite expensive, and I always like alternative ways ( last year from Portugal - Slovenia , 9 days hitch hike)

Im asking for a RIDE on 15th OF JULY from MADRID - BERLIN !

If it suits on your way ( maybe we can share long ride even you dont reach Berlin) I would really appreciate :)(i'll help with expenses, and giving good vibes )

Thanks in advance, One love!

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Hey guys, my name is Alain and im searching a travel buddy.
I’m a 19 year old from Germany.
I will start a trip to Georgia in around two weeks.
I hitchhiked before in France, but I feel that this trip will be a bit different (in a good way).
I failed my final exams and I need freedom.
However;)
I like traveling alone with not much money, it’s romantic, but I like sharing experiences together too.
I thought about it and came to the conclusion that it could be nice to travel with a partner.
So if you have similar plans or just to get out of your everyday routine hit me up;).

some general informations about me:
Im a 19 year old male from Germany.
I speak German English and a bit French due to my French grandfather.
I’m a Christian believer. (I want to see beautiful churches)
I love to box and to do sports in general.

Ps:
If you have any tips on traveling in this region, I would appreciate them:)