Coach Hire
Safe, reliable, and affordable coach transport for school day trips, educational visits, sporting fixtures, and residential tours across Somerset, Dorset, and the UK.
Museum Visits | Sports Fixtures | Residential Trips | Theme Parks | DBS Checked Drivers
DVSA Inspected Fleet
Maintained to strict safety standards
DBS-Checked Drivers
Uniformed, professional & experienced
Compliance Ready
Risk assessment details available
3 Point Seatbelts
Fitted on all minibuses & coaches
Things to Consider Before You Book Your School Coach Hire…
Planning a school outing involves specific timing, safety regulations, and budget considerations. Here are key factors to keep in mind when requesting your quotation:
"Inbetweeners" Off-Peak Discounts
If your day trip can operate between the morning and afternoon school runs (e.g. departing after 9:00am and returning before 3:00pm), your school may qualify for discounted rates during this off-peak time window.
Hire Duration
Hire costs are directly based on total duration. Keeping pickup, venue arrival, and return departure times realistic and well-planned helps keep hire costs within your school’s budget.
Passenger Numbers & Supervision
Always calculate the total number of students, teachers, and adult supervisors combined. Having exact numbers ensures we match you with the right size vehicle (from 16 to 61+ seats) without paying for unused capacity.
Inclusive Mileage
Overall distance impacts the total price. Providing a full list of planned stops or venue visits allows us to optimize the route and provide you with an exact, all-inclusive quote with no surprise add-ons.
Drivers' Hours & Second Drivers
Legal limits regulate maximum continuous driving hours. For long-distance residential visits, sports tournaments, or European trips, a secondary driver or planned rest break will be required by law.
Vehicle Stayover
For multi-day residential trips, price quotes will depend on whether the coach remains on-site with your school party for local excursions or returns to depot between drop-off and pickup.
How Simple It Is to Book School Transport
1
Submit Trip Details
Provide your travel dates, pickup time, destination, and student numbers using our quick online form.
2
Receive Official Quote
Our transport team reviews your schedule and provides a competitive, all-inclusive price tailored for schools.
3
Travel with Confidence
Enjoy peace of mind as our professional driver handles route timing, parking, and safe student drop-offs.
Vehicles for School Groups
Executive Minibus
8 - 16 Passengers
Great for small school groups, competition teams, and SEN transport.
Midi-Coach
17 - 33 Passengers
Ideal size for single-class outings, sports teams, and local visits.
Executive Coach
34 - 53 Passengers
Features air conditioning, onboard WC, and luggage bays for long distance or residential trips.
High-Capacity Coach
54 - 61 Passengers
Maximum capacity seating for whole year-group trips and major school events.
Things to Consider Before You Book Your Coach Hire…
Planning group transport involves timing, legal regulations, and budget considerations. Keep these key factors in mind to ensure you get the best value and right vehicle for your trip:
Hire Duration
Hire costs are directly based on duration. Keeping your departure, venue arrival, and return times accurate helps ensure your quote is precise and economical.
Off-Peak & "Inbetweener" Discounts
If your trip operates between morning and afternoon school runs (e.g. departing after 9:00am and returning before 3:00pm), you may qualify for a discounted off-peak rate.
Passenger Numbers & Vehicle Size
Your total passenger headcount dictates the vehicle size. Confirming exact numbers ensures you don't pay for unused seats or run short on capacity.
Inclusive Mileage
Distance makes a difference. Providing your full itinerary with all planned stops allows us to calculate the most cost-effective route and all-inclusive price.
Drivers' Hours & Second Drivers
Strict legal limits govern continuous driving hours. Longer hires or long-distance travel may require planned driver rest breaks or an additional driver.
Vehicle Stayover
For multi-day tours, prices vary depending on whether the vehicle stays on-site with your party for local day trips or returns to depot between drop-off and pickup.
Planning Your Next Trip?
Let South West Coaches handle your school transport. Contact our friendly hire team or request an instant online quote today.
Get a Free School Quote NowSouth West Coaches Ltd
11 Oak Way
Lufton Business Park
Yeovil
BA22 8HS
