WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING ABOUT US

I recently booked a coach

Tyson Bennett

I recently booked a coach for my wedding, and I have to say, the experience was nothing short of fabulous. The booking process was a breeze, thanks to the helpful guidance from Neil. On the big day, the coach arrived on time, and the driver was incredibly accommodating, adjusting to our schedule with grace. The journey was smooth, and the coach itself was comfortable and well-maintained, providing excellent value for money. I wholeheartedly recommend their services for anyone in need of reliable and stress-free coach travel. Our wedding guests were impressed, and so were we!

Recently, I had the chance

Vanessa Lee

Recently, I had the chance to use this coach service for a business trip. While the advertised self-serve booking process was a bit challenging due to multiple pick-up locations, Chris and the team went above and beyond to assist, ensuring a smooth experience. The ride itself was exceptional - comfortable, punctual, and with a professional driver at the helm. It was certainly worth the investment, providing a reliable and stress-free journey that catered to our corporate needs. Highly recommended for business travel!

The coach was comfortable

Angela Marin

The coach was comfortable and the service provided excellent value. It\\'s rare to find such top-notch service across the board. Would highly recommend for any educational excursions!

The overall experience was commendable.

Emma McPartlan

The overall experience was commendable. The booking process was a breeze; it was convenient and straightforward, thanks to the efficient system in place. Chris was particularly helpful, providing clear information and ensuring all our needs were met. The driver was professional and courteous, arriving on time which made for a seamless pick-up.

Recently took a coach for

Sue Bailey

Recently took a coach for a business trip and I was thoroughly impressed by the entire experience. Booking was a breeze, thanks to the efficient process and Kyle\\'s excellent customer service. The coach itself was comfortable and the driver was professional and punctual, ensuring a smooth ride. This service provided exceptional value for money, and I\\'d highly recommend it for anyone needing reliable transport for corporate needs. A five-star experience all around!

I recently arranged a coach

Jo

I recently arranged a coach for our society\\'s event, and despite it being a last-minute booking during a peak season, the service was commendably prompt. Keith was efficient in facilitating the booking process. The driver was professional and courteous, contributing to a pleasant journey overall. As for value, it felt very reasonable considering the short notice and quality of service received. Definitely a positive experience!

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.

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.