How much is a double-decker bus?

The 81-seat double-decker bus costs about $1 million. The 57-passenger MCI motorcoach buses that are currently in the OMNIRIDE fleet costs about $600,000.

What is double-decker bus called in UK?

Double-decker buses are used for mass transport in the United Kingdom, Europe, Asia and many former European possessions, the best-known example being the red London bus, namely the AEC Routemaster.

Can I drive a double-decker bus UK?

Anyone with a UK licence (held for at least two years) can learn to drive a double-decker. You just need to apply for a Category D entitlement, the provisional licence for driving these big beasts.

How big is a double decker bus?

Though specifications vary from model to model, modern double-decker buses have similar dimensions, usually about 4.5 metres (15 feet tall), 2.44 metres (8 feet) wide and 12.2 metres (40 feet) long. The length and width are comparable to other transit buses, making them an ideal option for high-ridership transit routes.

Does America have double decker busses?

In the United States, we have a really cheap long-distance bus carrier called Megabus that uses double decker buses. It has been alleged that they use inexperienced drivers in order to keep their prices low. These drivers get lost from time to time.

What is a double decker bus in the United Kingdom?

A double-decker bus is a bus that has two storeys or decks. Double-decker buses are used for mass transport in the United Kingdom, Europe, Asia and many former European possessions, the most iconic example being the red London bus, namely the AEC Routemaster .

What is a weight of a double decker bus?

A standard Go Wellington bus weighs between 12 and 13 tonnes, while many double-decker buses on the market weigh about 18 tonnes. Special permits are needed for double-deckers to travel on urban streets, and only where the road is sufficiently robust.