The bus is good for rainy/stormy days, but I have had to ride it only once so far this year. It is never too cold here and we are in a long term drought. I feel sort of confined on the bus. Not claustrophobic, but just too insulated and out of touch. Time-wise, it is about 35 minutes for both rides, but being out in the air and in control is usually much better than being a passenger.