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WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING ABOUT US

What a splendid time we

Janet McDaneld

What a splendid time we had with the coach service for our Christmas Party! Booking was a breeze, thanks to Kyle\\'s helpfulness. The coach itself was comfortable and well-maintained, proving to be excellent value for money. And Glenn, our driver, was the cherry on top – professional, friendly, and punctual. A five-star experience all around that made our festive celebration even more joyous! Highly recommended for anyone looking for stress-free group travel.

I had a remarkable experience

Dean Clarke

I had a remarkable experience with the coach service for our Christmas Party. The booking process was a breeze, thanks to the helpful guidance of Kyle. The coach arrived on time, and the drive was smooth and pleasant. The driver was professional and friendly, making our festive transport part of the celebration. Great value for the money spent; I’ll definitely be recommending their services for future events!

I recently booked coach travel

Natalie Sinclair-Vos

I recently booked coach travel for our company\\'s Christmas party, and I couldn\\'t be more pleased with the service. Kyle was incredibly helpful during the booking process, ensuring everything was set up without a hitch. The drivers were the epitome of professionalism, punctuality, and politeness, making our return trips smooth and enjoyable. The level of service we received was exceptional, and the value for money just sealed the deal. I wouldn\\'t hesitate to recommend them for any corporate event, and I\\'m already looking forward to booking with them for our next gathering.

I recently booked a coach

Nat Handford

I recently booked a coach for our company\\'s Christmas Party through Keith, and the experience was top-notch from start to finish. Securing the transport was a breeze; Keith was incredibly helpful and efficient. The coach itself was comfortable, and the driver was both professional and cheerful - adding to the festive atmosphere. I was pleasantly surprised by the affordability of the whole service. It was excellent value for money, ensuring that our celebration started and ended on a high note. Highly recommend for a hassle-free event transport!

I recently booked a coach

Natasha Goldsmith

I recently booked a coach for our company\\'s Christmas party and I must say, the overall experience was delightful. Even though there was a minor hiccup with the payment where there seemed to be a misunderstanding about the amount, one swift email from my manager and it was promptly resolved - kudos to Kyle for the efficient turnaround. The coach itself was pristine, the driver courteous and professional, and the value for money was truly exceptional. It was a seamless experience that added to the festive joy. Highly recommend for any corporate event!

I recently hired Coach Hire

Fiona Turnbull

I recently hired Coach Hire for our office Christmas party transportation, and I must say, the entire experience was nothing short of exceptional. From the seamless booking with Keith to the delightful journey with Ray as our driver, everything was top-notch. Ray\\'s professionalism made our night incredibly easy and stress-free. I cannot recommend him enough - if you want a fantastic driver and bus service, look no further. The value was absolutely worth it, and I will definitely be using their services again for future events. A big thank you to the entire team!

Important Qualities Every Coach Driver Must Have

A good coach company only employs the best drivers. And Bus Hire Compare ensure that all our affiliate companies vet their drivers in every aspect concerning transporting groups of passengers.

The driver at the wheel is so important to a transport company for many reasons, and not least because he is the public face of the company. The driver represents what the coach company stands for and is representative of the whole operation.

So what are the important qualities that every good coach driver must have? We have listed below some of the most important attributes any good coach driver must have.
 

Important Qualities Every Coach Driver Must Have

Approachable

Above all, the driver of a bus or coach should be personable and approachable. Passengers have to feel confident with the person at the wheel and if they feel they can approach the driver with concerns and questions they will be far more likely to sit back and enjoy the trip.

Even before a passenger takes their seat the driver should be welcoming them on board and explaining the day in terms of route and times etc. As always a friendly smile goes a long way to create the right impression and ambiance.

Leadership

Above all, the driver is the captain of his own ship and must show who is in control at all times. Every coach charter brings a fresh new challenge. The mix of passengers will be totally different and a driver has to adapt.

The top drivers are those who are natural born leaders, and they are there first and foremost to look after the safety of the passengers and the vehicle.

Act Calm and Collected

Each excursion throws up its own unique difficulties and truly capable drivers can handle anything that gets thrown at them in a calm and confident manner.

Some of the problems that can crop up on a coach charter are:

  • Poor weather conditions
  • Bad driving
  • Poor traffic conditions
  • Road closures
  • Problems with the vehicle
  • Problems with passengers
  • Road rage

Dedication

Driving a bus full of people is not your average job and to be successful a driver needs to have dedication to who they are working for and the job that they are doing. With this quality it not only makes them better drivers but will make their work more rewarding.

Most of us spend a third of our lives working, so you may as well be happy and contented at what you do.

Courteous

All good drivers are highly respectful of their colleagues and who they work for. This attitude rubs off on how they treat their passengers. It may seem to many that a driver is a lone wolf but this is often not so. Many drivers work for a large transport company and form part of an effective team.
Important Qualities Every Coach Driver Must Have
When you are looking to hire the next bus for your event contact Bus Hire Compare, and we will ensure that the companies that we recommend have first class drivers.  
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