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Double-decker buses
A two-level bus, typically open-top for sightseeing or closed-top for high-capacity commuter service.
- Typical capacity
- 60 to 90 passengers
- Who buys them
- City sightseeing operators, high-capacity commuter routes
- Licence
- Requires a CDL with passenger endorsement.
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Double-decker buses: common questions
What is a double-decker bus?
A two-level bus, typically open-top for sightseeing or closed-top for high-capacity commuter service.
How many passengers does a double-decker bus seat?
Double-decker buses typically seat 60 to 90 passengers. Exact capacity depends on the seating configuration and, where wheelchair positions are specified, on how many seats are given up to securement stations.
Do you need a CDL to drive a double-decker bus?
Requires a CDL with passenger endorsement. A commercial driver's licence with a passenger endorsement is generally required at 16 or more occupants including the driver, or above 26,001 lb GVWR, but state rules vary and the occupant count on the specific unit is what decides it. Always verify against the unit, not the category.
Who buys double-decker buses?
City sightseeing operators, high-capacity commuter routes. On CommercialBuses these requests usually arrive from a dealer whose own inventory cannot fill a buyer's spec.
Can CommercialBuses find a double-decker bus for my buyer?
Yes. Submit the buyer's requirements and CommercialBuses searches participating dealer inventory for an available double-decker bus that meets every must-have. Searching is free, and you only choose a plan once we confirm a match.