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Bus types

Motorcoaches

A 45-foot touring coach, typically a Prevost, MCI, Van Hool, or Setra, specified for premium long-haul passenger service.

Typical capacity
45 to 61 passengers
Who buys them
Premium tour and charter service, entertainer coaches
Licence
Requires a CDL with passenger endorsement.

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Motorcoaches: common questions

What is a motorcoach?

A 45-foot touring coach, typically a Prevost, MCI, Van Hool, or Setra, specified for premium long-haul passenger service.

How many passengers does a motorcoach seat?

Motorcoaches typically seat 45 to 61 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 motorcoach?

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 motorcoaches?

Premium tour and charter service, entertainer coaches.

How do I find a motorcoach for sale?

Search motorcoaches listed by dealers across the U.S., then make a request about the bus you want. Your enquiry goes only to the dealer selling that bus, and the dealer follows up. It is free to search and send a request.

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