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- How do I become a Bus driver? How do I get my bus licence? What does PCV training actually mean? In this video we break down the easy to follow steps to show you how 👍🏼 - www.nationaldrivingcentre.co....
Have you thought about a new career and looking into the possibility of the PCV / Bus industry? If you like speaking to people and seeing the sights then this could be the perfect time to escape the office and drive a bus out on the open road!
This video will outline the steps from Applying for the D2 / D4 provisional forms, PCV Theory tests, bus practical training and then finishing with the DVSA PCV driving test. We hope you enjoy!
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I've applied for bus driving through Arriva and they provided all of the necessary courses and exams for me to pass and drive for them plus they paid me weekly throughout the process. They taught me by driving a coach and the reason was to make it slightly easier once i start driving buses. I've drove for 5 years and i totally enjoyed every single bit of the journey but unfortunately once the pandemic kicked in i had to quit and moved abroad to marry my wife and start a fresh page. I must say i really miss driving buses and would recommend to anyone to go for it.
Thank you so much for your comment and your input. It's very refreshing to hear. Hope all is going well. Thanks again. 👍👍👍👍
Great video , you paced it very well . Big thanks to you
Thank you so much.👍👍👍
Hi... just wanted to thank everyone at NDC Croydon for helping me pass my bus test today.... I would be lying if I said it's easy... nothing is easy... but with the excellent training I got from my instructors Chris n Dave n by watching these tuition videos... even I managed to pull it off 😍... these CZcams videos from NDC are like mobile instructors.. A Big THANK YOU NDC ❤ highly recommended guys.... @👍👈
Thank you so much👍👍👍👍. Well done.
Hi
Can you please advice ?
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Got my license today and it’s best place to get your training.
Amazing staff, clean area and easy to access free parking.
Very professional a good hearted people.
Excellent encouragement. I recommend NDC 💯 a big thank you for Andy, Dave and Ray, with all my respect from the bottom of my heart not forgetting Lawrence, Steve and Paul.🙏❤️
Thank you so much Sara. Well done👍👍👍. Please stay in touch and good luck out there.
I'm interested to start learning PCV.
Thanks for showing all the steps😎
No problem.👍👍👍👍👍
I’ve been a bus driver for a year. To anyone considering bus driving you will work 7 shifts (early middle lates) each lasting 10-11 hrs before you get a day off. As a new driver your shifts will be changed around constantly to cover the other drivers who are either sick or on a rest days. You will be tired constantly. Passengers, if you can call them that, will be rude, threaten you etc. The only good thing is guaranteed weekly money and if you want overtime it’s always available. Plus you get a freedom pass if you stay in the job long enough. Other than that I would not recommend bus driving to anyone.
Thank you so much for your comment about Andrew.
Where are you driving and who for?
@Andrew Harris: You obviously suck at what you do. I know a lot of bus drivers, and they *all* love their jobs! From what they tell me, the only ones who struggle are the ones who are bottom-of-the-barrel, low-quality employees who have always struggled with everything they put their minds to. Maybe working in a repetitive factory job would be more your speed.
Here's a tip.. Drive Coaches. Passengers aren't as rude. They rarely threaten you. If you do a coach trip it's different everyday especially if you go abroad. The only agro is if you stop for a break, say 40 mins, tell the passengers 30 mins. Because I guarantee you they will wonder off and not be back by the time you stated so you'll have to go round them up like cattle. This will put you behind with time. A pain in the arse if you need to catch a ferry and will mess up your hours and taco.
Do you drive the fab bus.
i have every entitlement category on my licence since 25 years ago and i can say private hire coach driving is best for me
Thats great to hear. 👍👍👍
I’ve been a bus driver two years for Stagecoach in Hull. There training team are amazing and the experience is amazing as with other places you’re put on a new driver rota when starting and you can get all manner of shifts however when finally on a rota like me it’s amazing and can’t fault it. As with all jobs it’s what you make of it but im on a 4 day rural rota and get out of Hull and into the surrounding areas on a regular daily basis and I love it and would highly recommend to anyone you get the odd day we’re it’s not the best but with what job don’t you? The odd passenger who you wish you hadn’t come across but as long as you keep plodding on it’s a top job 👊 3 days a week off isn’t bad either and also the way our rota works we get 6 days off every 4 weeks 👊
Thank you so much for your input 👍👍👍👍
I'm in hull and considering joining stagecoach! Where does your rural route take you?
@@mattyguitar22 I’m on rural mate and it takes you Scunny, the Wren kitchen sites and other places (not very rural tbf) but I love it mate. Yorkies rural goes all over but hard to get on mate
We carry out training in London, Kent Surrey, and Sussex. This is mainly for a license acquisition side of the business. We do carry out other driver training across the UK. 👍👍
got my license here last year great place
Thank you so much Curly, we hope all is well and safe.
How much payment for Bus driver
Been with arriva for a year now love every minute of it. Money is great too
That's so good to hear great work.👍👍
Your video is really helpful, kindly tell me do we have to send D2 form before booking bus theory test and why we need to send d2 form to dvla along with full driving license? Can we pass theory without sending d2 form?
Thank you so much Adeel. You must apply for the provisional before you take the theory tests. Because you are not sending a passport your current driving licence is proof of who you are. Hope this helps.
That eye test was comprehensive compared to mine 😁
🤣🤣We had to make sure Dave could see.👍👍👍👍
Watching from the ROI...Excellent overview of process...Presume its similar eitherway whichever side of the Irish Sea.
Not sure actually Patrick! Best to check to be safe.
Tks again..Willdo..Excellent, highly professional video work.
Hi Patrick I just completed all my tests up in the north of Ireland they include the same as the video
Hazard perception
Theroy test
Part 1 of the CPC test on computer
Bus Driving test
2nd part of CPC show me tell me module 4 (practical)
I'm 23 and now a fully qualified bus driver as I am a shunter in my depot hope this helps and good luck Patrick.
@@unknownaccount3111 Thanks David..your a gentleman..and best of luck with your bus driving in the future!🇮🇪
@@patrickheneghan2794 thank you Patrick best of luck mate 🇮🇪
You Videos are very helpful, i already have a valid CPC I got as a bus driver with 2yrs left on it, do I need to do another CPC to drive HGV ?
Yes the CPC is split for HGV/LGV and PCV. The best thing to do is double check your license online have a look at the back because some of the subjects you may have done for your 35 hours might be compatible for category C and D.
Ex Stagecoach driver here. I personally would recommend using your CatD as a stepping stone to full C+E. The bus companies take care of the training so it removes part of the headache for you. 1 year on the buses and you'll walk your class 2.
Taking my hgv2 soon. Got theory test start of November. After 22 years of Pcv driving I better be able to walk it
@@kevinthacker8349 you'll piss it. It's just like driving a bus but without people spitting at the perspex screen and arguing about the fare.
Do you need a different CPC to drive hgv as I already have a Valid bus licence and CPC?
@@saintjon8538 look on the back of your cpc card it will show what your coved for
@@saintjon8538 no. My CPC covers me for the full house.
Question; If I have just passed my lgv/hgv test and got cat C licence, do I have to do the theory tests again if I now want my D licence too?
Unfortunately yes Alan there are two separate tests one for Cat C and one for D.
You didn't specify the details?
The course cost?
How many hours is the duration course?
What licence approval do you need?
For a fresher, what's the procedure?.
Pop to our web site and have a look.
Going for my assessment at GoNorthwest in Manchester as a trainee. Hope it’s similar to this. So scared.
Best of luck Shaun, hope it all goes well👍👍🤞🤞🤞🤞
Nothing to be scared about, it like walking in to coffee shop and ordering lattee, or cappuccino and socialising with instructors. The instructor will walk you through it each step of way, all you got to remember is be you self and remain focused on what around you also ahead of you and you do fine mate.
@@carenthusiast4254 cheers pal. Just done a week of practical training at Red Rose in Bolton, only for me to go and Fracture my ankle this weekend. So my career is now curtailed until my ankle is fixed.
I’m a Hgv2 driver and thinking of doing a PSV test.
Great work Hadrian 👍👍 best of luck👍
I’m a hgv class 2 driver doing multi drop, it’s stressful finding parking, where to go, loading , unloading etc.
Just wondering if going to being a bus driver is any better? Better working hours / days off?
With bus, you have planned route you do few time a day and know where to go.
I really want a change from hgv, plus hgv pay aren’t even that great tbh most are only offering £12 ish an hour for all that crap u do.
You will find different people telling me different things about Bus driving positives and negatives. It can't be a challenge however if you're a people person this could be for you. 👍👍👍
every driving job has its pros and cons
In a 2 year experienced stagecoach drivers I would like my class 2 what would I need have as in theory cpc ?
Hello Connor thank you for your comment. You need to apply for the provisional license for category C first and then carry out a multiple choice hazard perception and CPC conversion theory test. In your 35 hours continuation training you may already have some subjects that convert to LGV/HGV.
Does anyone know if the lgv/hgv theory test contains some of the PCV questions aswell? In other words, when studying, should we be revising ALL questions for both cat C and car D?
Hello Dexter thank you for your comment it's a very good question. There are some questions that are the same for category D and category C for instance general driving and highway code but the more specialised ones will ask you for category D with regards to passenger care and comfort and category C will be more about safety and security of the load you are carrying.
Can you pls recommend a best app for bus license theory test question answers. Thanks
Any book for preparation for Driver CPC part 2 -
case studies for bus?
Yes, absolutely however, the apps are a lot better and more interactive. We would advise driver test success. Links bellow.
www.drivingtestsuccess.com
www.amazon.co.uk/Driver-CPC-Official-Professional-Drivers/dp/0115531645
Im a bus driver in dorset, i get great money, the jobs easy, and i only do lates as thats what i wanted.
Thank you so much 👍👍👍👍
Oscar worthy acting
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I am in the next motnh about to do this, I am very nervous. Not for training or anything, just the theory what I am worried about :)
Trust me, this is very common. Make sure you put in the time to revise please don't think you can just turn up and do it. Use a good app and run through plenty of mock tests to make sure you're ready.
Best of luck Curtis, 🤞🤞let us know how you get on 👍👍👍
Theory side of it has gone very harder, due to amount of questions arising other than cars but to do with buses and not lot to do with road signs. There is a lower than average percentage you need correct to pass, that is bonus top side but for hazard then take you time as this one can catch people out by rushing.
Can I apply for the bus licence after getting my car licence. Or any other requirements like "time period (months) after getting car licence "
No, there are no time restrictions on this. You may find some companies may have internal policies with regards to age limits but no restrictions from the DVLA or DVSA.👍👍👍
hello, after you've passed the practical exam, do you need to pass any other test in order to legally transport passengers and work as a bus driver? Greetings from Lithuania.
Yes, you will need to complete a driver CPC. This is a certificate of professional competence. And in some cases, you may need a drivers our card which you can apply online. 👍👍
I’ve got my class 2 license, if I want to get my PCV bus license do I need to do theory and hazard again or do I just do the practical training?
Unfortunately yes you will have to do your multiple choice has a perception CPC conversion and then the practical training and test.👍
@@NationalDrivingCentre ahh that’s sucks! Ill will do my class 1 and think about my pcv license afterwards…
Hello,Which app is best for theory revision?
We use DTS anytime, it has some videos as well as mock tests.
is it only in london? can i take it in ipswich or colchester?
Thank you for the comment Erin. We are based in Croydon south London but the procedure is the same.
They are hiring NYC Transit Bus Operators. reg license but need a commercial permit endorsement if I'm correct - apply NY State Dept motor vehicles. Avg U.S. dollar $ 70,000 a yr start - approx $100,000 after 5 years - can make $ 130,000 + if you hustler & work overtime. pension after 28? years used to be 25yrs & 55 years old. but is not a lot of fun when working. Retired NYCT B/O
Thank you 😁
Hi guys Just took my license in Spain, can I still exchange for the English one and work as a bus driver ?
Pre Brexshit you could.
Thank you so much for your comment.
Got my license almost 6 years ,I want become a bus 🚌 driver ,,how much do u cost me from the Begin to the 🤕,
Good morning Jenas, all our prices are on our website and it tell you all our frequently asked questions process from start to finish. If you have any problems please give us a call. 👍👍👍
How much does all this cost though???? Without the guarantee of a job ? Does the whole of the CPC have to be done - as in the same for truckers ?
All our prices are on our web site (nothing to hide). Yes you would need to complete a Cat D CPC to drive a bus and a Cat C CPC to drive Goods.👍👍👍
@@NationalDrivingCentre How much does that come to ? Is there a guarantee of getting a job at the end of it all ? Van driving is much better !! No massive expenditure required on training and instant earnings guaranteed !!
@@Sam_Green____4114 that all depends on how many days you would need and that's why we do a free assessment to see what kind of ability you would be. Obviously if you've been driving vans or larger vehicles then you may require less time. We do have some local companies that we can put you in touch with that require drivers.
Is training happening at the moment?
Unfortunately not, we are waiting for word from the DVSA.
How much money it will cost to get a full bus driving licence?
The best thing to do is have a look on our website all our prices are on there.👍👍
£3,000+
have you got any branch in wales i am in cardiff
Thank you for the comment Hasnan. We are based in Croydon south London but the procedure is the same.
hello.i am From Bangladesh
Can I get admitted here and take training?please
I love driving job,❤️🇧🇩❤️
Move to the UK and of course you can 😊
@@NationalDrivingCentre, It costs a lot of money to get a UK visa, I don't have that much money, brother. So it's nothing more than a joke🚶♂️
@HhHh-jd1uf why are you asking him for training then🤦🏽♂️ IQ the same as a brick wall.
I am confused
Could please help me out to choose between bus and lorry?
The best thing to do Jamil is apply for both provisional category’s (C and D) this would not cost any more money. Then you can come in for your FREE assessment and try both to see how you feel.
@@NationalDrivingCentre I don't mind to either
But I want to know which one is better between bus and lorry driver in terms of job
Lorry. Lorry lorry lorry.
@@soccerworld670 there are pros and cons to both jobs. depends what you personally can put up with
My brother is in India. He wants to be bus driver in RTA UAE. What are the procedure. Can you help me
Sorry we could not tell you the driving procedures or license acquisition procedures for the UAE. Probably best to contact them toy check in.👍👍👍
Stay in india ffs🤦🏽♂️
Hello dear 'NDC'.I am actually from Bangladesh Dhaka.persuing bba.i found out that my passion on bus driving in abroad.Well i can drive cars.Could you please explain me how can i become a bus driver in Uk.what would be process of it.I want to start my journey with you after accomplishing my degree,but i really dont know the process.please help me out by providing some information
Thank you so much for your comment Mohammed. The first step is getting a full UK driving license from there. I'll have a look at our website and I'll talk you through the whole process from start to finish.👍👍
Thank you so much.I am really pleased with your response.Have a great day.i am going to visit the website.
Thank you
Are uk buses normally manual or automatic?
Nearly all buses are automatic, there are a few coaches that could be manual, but very rare. 👍
Right after
Thank you 🤔
I have A dubai 2 years experience pf bus driving
Fantastic. you would need a full Uk driving licence to apply for this course 👍👍
can you drive coaches with this license?
Yes.
Thank you so much for your comment.
What they cheked in medical?only eye sight
Thank you for your comment.
Can i be bus driver with automatic license in london?
Yes, nearly all the buses and coaches are all automatic now so even though you have a restriction on your category B license this will be no problem at all. 👍👍👍👍
Can this apply to bluestar in southampton
Yes, the process should not change. 👍👍
By the way what age u have to be a bus driver
Hey bro i am just 15 years old and i am from india okey. I want to became a bus driver in USA. How much age a person want to take a driving license in USA. Is it easy to became a bus driver in USA. Bro pls replay okey.
Good morning Prajith, Unfortunately we are based in the UK. I could not comment on the USA sorry.
@@NationalDrivingCentre okey then you say how much age i want to take driving license in UK
Howmach cost me to havee a
dours and the lisence
Please check out our web site.
www.nationaldrivingcentre.co.uk
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Is it true that you can drive a 30 year old bus on a car license for personal use? In other words, you don’t have to get a special license?
Highly unlikely, it's not something I've heard of before, if the vehicle is still categorised as a passenger carrying vehicle, then it still comes under a category D license, and therefore you would need the license to be able to drive it.👍👍
@@NationalDrivingCentreI actually looked a bit more into this yesterday and you can actually drive a 30+ year old bus on a car license, as long as you’re using it for personal use (not earning money off transporting people) and you’re carrying fewer than 8 people, you can drive it. It’s on the governments list of ‘exempt vehicles‘ in this booklet they published. I think most people who own these old busses turn them into motorhomes or something, they don’t actually use them as passenger vehicles
@@BikerBearMTB yes this is correct, but if you turn your vehicle into a motorhome, then you have to re-categorise it with the DVSA. We've done this a few times with students where they have converted an old bus. Obviously if the seats have been removed to turn it into a motorhome then it's no longer a bus and they need to convert it into a C1 receive or a C.
@@NationalDrivingCentre ah I see so you’d need a c1 license to drive a 30 year old bus camper conversion? I thought it is still classed as an exemption?
NDC there's a branch in Italy?
Good to know, thank you.
@@NationalDrivingCentre he was asking if there was
@@londonbuses2937 Unfortunately not Croydon, South London only.
currently being a bus driver is not a good career choice. unless you find a small coach operator who will actually care about you.
Thank you for your comment, How long have you been a bus driver?👍👍👍👍
How much cost all process?
All our prices are on our website they seem to do is have a look on there.👍👍👍
No 20m eye check? For d4 bus ?
I've always wondered the same question as you.
I've googled countless times and can only find the medical eye test you do when applying for a provisional PCV/HGV licence.
@@knockoutking9548 I passed my medical couple days back, I read a sheet literally 2m away from mw, sent off my licence with d2 and d4 forms cant wait to get behind the wheel!
@@samfisher1890 Best of luck buddy! 👍🏻
What they should and shouldn't test and check may....vary. Depends on the doctor!
Hi, how easy it getting jobs as a bus driver once you have just recently passed your test? Fairly easy or do bus companies prefer experience?
Hello Peter a very good question, when you approach the bus companies they are pretty keen to take on anyone with a license so you should not have any problem getting a job with the major bus companies. 👍👍👍👍
Easy because nobody stays in this kind of job for long once they realise the mistake they did
@@wagabira really ? Is that bad ?
@@emanueldobrin8005 , it is I'm afraid . Many of my older colleagues have problems with the right knee because that's the only leg they use as the buses are automatic. Told you already the hips,etc and prepare to put a lot of wheight as you will spend most of your time seated . Also you will have a week early shifts ,another mids and another late s. When you start getting use to one you start another pattern and the body and mind doesn't get use to the change that quickly so a lot of coffee, red bulls etc to keep u awake 🤬. Will take a few years of this before you can make a request for early, mid or late permanently. You might think this job is a walk in the park but it isn't im afraid . Good luck 👍🏼🤙🏼
A doddle.
I am a filipino and I want to become bus driver in UK 🙏
Once you have transferred your license to a full Uk then we can get you in for a free assessment. 👍👍👍
@@NationalDrivingCentre I love to hear that from you, I bear DL code A,A1,B,B1,B2,C,D in the Philippines, it might be useful in UK to become bus driver?
Can none uk citizens apply?
You must have a full UK Driving license.
are buses automatic please ?
Yes, the majority of London buses are automatic. There are a couple of coaches that may be manual but this is extremely rare. 👍👍
can an indian citizen become london bus driver
Once you've left in the UK for over 185 days and you have a full UK driving license. You will be able to apply for these categories.👍👍
Thinking of becoming a bus driver? Don't Don't Don't!!! I have been a bus driver for 30 years now, I only wish i had concentrated more in school
30 years!!!!!!! There must be something about it 🧐
Hi
Hello👍
Are you losing out on business now that companies are training there own customers to start driving with them?
Absolutely not, because those companies are sending there drivers to us. We train for 4 of the large bus and coach companies. 👍👍👍
1:09 " and just check your genitals. Just messing, your general medical history." :)
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iS THIS A MUSIC VIDEO , THERES MORE MUSIC THAN INFO
Thank you so much for your input,, maybe try turning the volume down. 👍👍
Indian's can apply please reply
Yes. Of course
@@NationalDrivingCentre how to join and what's the process and how to contact you
@@NationalDrivingCentre need your WhatsApp number please
You need a car license first right?
Yes you would need to pass your category B first.👍👍👍
Naturally. Walk before running.
@@Nickbaldeagle02 awwww Mr Know it all lol
Most people just op for van drivers jobs because you don't need all this and throw money away !!
Thats very true👍 But some people want to do more than just van driving.👍👍
Don't become a bus driver if you love your knee, lower back, shoulders, hips etc. Not to mention the stress we have on the road and the fare dodgers 🙄🙄. Find a better job please
Give up bus driving because of the nasty unsupportive drivers seats. Known of companies renewing all passengers seat but never the drivers sleep in the same bus when they go for a refit
I just used to ignore the fare dodgers. Not my problem.
@@kevinthacker8349 I used to carry an orthopaedic cushion.
Thank you so much for your comment.
@@kevinthacker8349 They need to get better buses then. Ours are perfect for passenger and driver.
Life as a little worker ant.
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