Buses

Buses are one of the most common ways to get around. They carry lots of people along set routes through cities and towns. School buses take millions of kids to school every day. Buses are affordable and help reduce traffic by carrying many people in one vehicle.

Types of Buses

City buses stop at bus stops along a route. School buses are bright yellow so drivers can see them easily. Coach buses take people on long trips between cities. Double-decker buses, like London's famous red ones, have two levels of seats. Some buses are extra long with a bendy middle section.

Buses Going Green

Many cities are switching to electric buses to help the environment. Electric buses are quieter and don't produce exhaust fumes. Some cities use buses that run on natural gas or hydrogen. In some places, special bus lanes help buses avoid traffic and stay on schedule.

Fun Facts

• School buses are painted yellow because it's the easiest color to see in the early morning.
• London's red double-decker buses have been a symbol of the city since 1956.
• The longest bus in the world is in Germany and can carry 256 passengers.

Did You Know?

Rosa Parks changed history in 1955 by refusing to give up her seat on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama. Her bravery helped start the Civil Rights Movement!