School Bus Driver

School Bus Driver

The Bus Driver

15 Years Experience

South, ..

Female, 37

I have been a bus driver since late 2006. I know the inside story, the scoop, the down low dirt of what it takes to be a bus driver, how to handle kids and adults, and how to survive on the "streets" so to speak. I used to have a blog, feel free to browse it or ask me a question here.

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Last Answer on February 07, 2021

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Hey when you go out on long trips and a lot of buses do you usually take a spare bus or two or a bus(s) that have few passenger on them in case something happens?

Asked by 34 about 6 years ago

No. We load according to the number of passengers needed and usually plan for that many buses. If something happens, triple up buttercup

How much gas does 1 bus neeeds during the day?

Asked by Leon74 over 6 years ago

It depends on the amount of miles a bus drives as to how much fuel it uses. I fuel up on average every 250 miles and get approximately 50 gallons of diesel.

Someone on my bus today pulled the handle to the back door off. They fixed it but I think they put it back on wrong. What do you think will happen if the driver finds out? sorry if it posts more then once it did not go thrugh for some reason

Asked by Jason about 6 years ago

Report it to the bus driver to get it checked out. The driver should be doing a walk around and checking the bus for defects.

What made you want to become a bus driver?

Asked by Kimbra about 6 years ago

I needed a job and this offered steady pay and benefits

What is it with bus drivers passing people if their not at their stop. Say its raining and your walking and your like right there and the bus driver looks at you and drives away? Why?! I understand if your not out yet or dawdling but come on.

Asked by Mr. Angry about 6 years ago

Not at the stop = miss the bus. That simple. Had you been there on time you wouldn't be asking the question. That being said, most drivers are on a time schedule. If you are not out when the driver has asked you multiple times to be out. Expect to get left.

Have you ever been in the middle of road rage on your job?

Asked by Donnald about 6 years ago

Yep. Every. Dang. Day.

What is the longest route you have ever done?

Asked by Donald almost 6 years ago

75 miles long.