Brian Jones Bus & Coach Hire
Coach Hire & Bus Hire in Kent, London & Essex
Our modern, 100% ULEZ-compliant fleet—ranging from 32 to 76 seats—is perfectly suited for school hire, corporate travel, and airport transfers. Whether you require a high-capacity 70-seat coach for a local school trip or a specialized wedding bus hire service, our Enhanced DBS-checked drivers ensure a safe and seamless journey every time.
About Us/Services
Welcome to Brian Jones Bus & Coach Hire At Brian Jones Coaches, we understand how important your journey is. With decades of experience since our founding in 1970, we’ve built a reputation for delivering affordable, reliable, and exceptional coach hire services across Kent, London and surrounding areas.
Since our establishment in 1970, Brian Jones Bus & Coach Hire has cultivated a reputation for affordable, safe, and outstanding coach hire and bus hire services across London, Kent & The South East. We regularly provide transport including coach hire in Gravesend, coach hire in Dartford and coach hire in Maidstone, as well as across Essex and Greater London.
Our commitment to client satisfaction is paramount, ensuring every journey is executed with professionalism and care. Whether you require standard coach hire, a large vehicle for double-decker bus hire, or a smaller vehicle from our midi coach fleet, we have the ideal vehicle for your group.
You can explore our full range of vehicles on our Fleet page.
Coach & Bus Hire in Gravesend
Based in Gravesend since 1970, Brian Jones Bus & Coach Hire provides reliable coach and bus hire for schools, businesses and private groups throughout Gravesend, Northfleet and the surrounding areas of Kent.
As a local operator, we offer a range of vehicles from 32-seat midi coaches to larger coaches and double-decker buses carrying up to 76 passengers.
Find out more about our Coach Hire Gravesend services.
Our Specialised Hire Services
We provide a wide array of transport solutions tailored to meet the specific requirements of our clients. Our services are perfect for various events and travel needs.
Corporate Coach Hire
We offer sophisticated and punctual transport for business events, conferences, and team-building excursions in London, Kent, Medway and surrounding areas. Learn more about our dedicated corporate coach hire services, using one of our executive coaches or midi-coaches.
School Trip Transport
Safety and reliability are our top priorities for educational outings. All our drivers are DBS-checked, providing secure transport for students. We already serve lots of schools in London, Kent, Medway & The South East. Learn more about our trusted school coach hire services.
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Private Coach Hire
For family gatherings, private tours, or special occasions, our private coach hire service offers comfort and convenience. Whether you are in Kent, London, Medway or The South East, we believe our competitive quotes will beat any competitors and provide a better service.
Day Trip Coach Hire
Plan your perfect excursion with our day trip coach hire. We provide comfortable travel to destinations across the UK. Whether it’s a day to the beach or a day out in London, we can provide all your requirements. Many groups begin their journeys in Gravesend, Dartford and Maidstone.
Airport Transfers
We ensure timely and stress-free airport transfers to and from major airports in the Greater London area. We are close to Gatwick, Heathrow, City Airport and even Stansted.
If you are planning your journey, you can also review our helpful guide on how much coach hire costs in the UK.
Why Choose Brian Jones for Bus Hire & Coach Hire
Our long-standing reputation is a testament to our quality service. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and comfort.
Experienced and Trusted
With over five decades in the industry, our experience ensures a seamless travel experience from start to finish.
Modern and Safe Fleet
Our vehicles are meticulously maintained and inspected every six weeks by an independent engineering firm to guarantee safety and reliability. View our full range of midi coaches, executive coaches, double-decker buses, Routemaster buses and open-top buses.
Professional Drivers
All our drivers are police-checked, approved by local authorities, and dedicated to providing a superior service.
Client-Focused Approach
Our knowledgeable staff will assist you in planning your journey, ensuring all details are managed efficiently.
For dependable coach hire or any of our specialised services like airport transfers or corporate coach hire, contact Brian Jones Bus & Coach Hire today. We are pleased to provide a free, no-obligation quotation.
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Fleet
Our Coach & Bus Fleet Across Kent, London & Essex Our fleet supports coach hire in Gravesend, Dartford and Maidstone, as well as across Kent, London and Essex. We provide vehicles for school trips, day trip coach hire, corporate coach hire and airport transfers. From 32–40 seat midi coaches to 70 seat coaches and and 76-seat double-deck buses, all vehicles are 100% ULEZ compliant, fully seat-belted and operated by experienced DBS-checked drivers.
Midi Coaches
Our range of midi coaches caters to diverse travel needs, from a 32-seat executive model with premium features to a 40-seat standard coach ideal for group outings.
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Contact/Quote
- 3 Canal Road, Gravesend, UK
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D1 - Horton Kirby to Longfield
D1 Timetable School Days Only
Bus to serve all stops along line of route as requested.
The D1 school bus service connects Horton Kirby with Longfield via Meopham and Culverstone Green. Below are the full AM and PM timetable times for school days only.
Mon – Fri AM
| Horton Road Village Hall Jct Bull Hill, Horton Road, The Street Horton Road opp Village Hall Opp Cedar Drive Adj The Ship adj Sutton Primary School adj Darenth Post Office/Watchgate opp Green Spice Longfield Academy | 07.48 07.52 07.54 07.56 07.57 07.59 08.03 08.05 08.10 |
D1 PM Timetable School Days Only
Bus to serve all stops along line of route as requested Mon - Fri, Excluding Wednesday Wednesday
| Longfield Academy adj Green spice opp Post office/Watchgate opp Sutton Primary School opp The Ship/Longmarsh adj Cedar Drive adj The Bridges Pub Bull Lane/Horton Road/The Street | 15.25 15.30 15.32 15.34 15.35 15.37 15.39 15.14 | 14.10 14.15 14.17 14.19 14.21 14.22 14.24 14.26 |
Our D1 service is part of our dedicated school transport network. We also offer coach & double-decker hire for school trips and year-group outings in Gravesend and Longfield
G1 - Gravesend, Istead Rise, Swanscombe to Longfield
G1 Timetable AM School Days Only
Bus to serve all stops along line of route as requested
The G1 school bus runs between Gravesend, Istead Rise, and Swanscombe, serving Longfield schools. View the complete AM and PM timetable below.
Monday to Friday AM - This is a hail and ride service and will pick up from all stops in between where requested
| Milton Ale Shades Gravesend Train Station Weavers Close (Darnley Road) The George (Singlewell) Istead Rise Shops Oaklands Road (Coldharbour Road) Hall Road, Northfleet School For Girls Bonham Way (Springhead Park) Swanscombe High Street The Avenue (London Road) Station Road(St Clements Way) St James Lane (Watling Street) Lunedale Road (Gore Green) Longfield Academy | 06.43 06.50 06.53 06.59 07.06 07.15 07.18 07.21 07.32 07.37 07.41 07.47 07.51 08.04 |
G1 PM Timetable School Days Only
Bus to serve all stops along line of route as requested Mon - Fri, Excluding Wednesday Wednesday Only
| Longfield Academy Lunedale Road (Gore Green) St James Lane (Watling Street) Station Road (St Clements Way) The Avenue (London Road) Swanscombe High Street Bonham Way (Springhead Parkway) Hall Road, Northfleet School for Girls Oaklands Road (Coldharbour Road) Istead Rise Shops The George (Singlewell) Weavers Close (Darnley Road) Gravesend Train Station Milton Ale Shades | 15.25 15.42 15.46 15.50 15.55 16.00 16.11 16.15 16.18 16.29 16.38 16.44 16.48 16.53 | 14.10 14.27 14.31 14.35 14.40 14.45 14.56 15.00 15.03 15.14 15.23 15.29 15.33 15.38 |
Our G1 service is part of our dedicated school transport network. We also offer Coach & double-decker hire for school trips and year-group outings in Gravesend and Longfield
650 - Chatham to Aylesford
650 AM- Timetable, School Days Only
Bus to serve all stops along line of route, as requested
The 150 school bus operates between Chatham and Aylesford, serving local schools on term-time weekdays. Below is the full morning and afternoon timetable.
| Monday to Friday AM |
| Princes Park, adj Morrisons | 06.45 |
| Lordswood, Kingston Crescent | 06.48 |
| Prince Charles Avenue | 06.49 |
| Lordswood, Kestrel Shopping Centre | 06.53 |
| Walderslade, opp Timber Tops | 06.57 |
| Walderslade, adj Redwood Close | 06.59 |
| Dargets, Walderslade Primary School | 07.02 |
| Walderslade, adj Village Centre | 07.04 |
| Tunbury Avenue | 07.06 |
| Impton Lane, Alexandra Hospital | 07.10 |
| Blue Bell Hill Village, opp Keefe Close | 07.19 |
| Maidstone, nr Tyland Barn | 07.25 |
| Maidstone, adj The Running Horse | 07.32 |
| Ringlestone, A229 Footbridge (southbound) | 07.34 |
| Maidstone, Maidstone East Rail Stn (Stop O) | 07.40 |
| Maidstone West Station | 07.50 |
| London Road, Somerfield Hospital | 07.53 |
| Aylesford, Teapot Lane, Aylesford School | 08.09 |
650 PM- Timetable, School Days Only
Bus to serve all stops along line of route, as requested
R - continues only if required by passengers already on board to Badger Road, Lordswood Lane, Dargets Road.
| Aylesford, Teapot Lane, Aylesford School | 15.20 |
| London Road, opp Somerfield Hospital | 15.34 |
| Maidstone, opp West Station, Rocky Hill | 15.36 |
| Maidstone, Maidstone East Rail Stn (Stop N) | 15.45 |
| Ringlestone, Chatham Road Petrol Station | 15.48 |
| Maidstone, nr Cobtree Golf Course | 15.50 |
| Blue Bell Hill Village, adj Keefe Close | 15.56 |
| Blue Bell Hill Village, before Bridgewood Roundabout | 16.00 |
| Walderslade, Impton Lane, Alexandra Hospital | 16.08 |
| Tunbury Avenue | 16.12 |
| Walderslade, opp Village Centre | 16.14 |
| Princes Park, adj Morrisons | 16.16 |
| Lordswood, Kingston Crescent | 16.19 |
| Prince Charles Avenue | 16.20 |
| Lordswood, Kestrel Shopping Centre | 16.24 |
| Walderslade, opp Timber Tops | 16.28 |
| Walderslade, adj Redwood Close | R |
| Dargets, Walderslade Primary School | R |
Our 650 service is part of our dedicated school transport network. We also offer 80-seater double-decker hire & Coach Hire for school trips and year-group outings in Gravesend and Medway
Local Areas
Reliable Group Transport Across the South East From our central hub in Gravesend, Brian Jones Bus & Coach Hire provides professional coach and bus hire services across Kent, London, and Essex. Whether you are coordinating a large-scale school excursion from Dartford, an executive corporate event in Central London, or a specialized wedding bus hire in Medway, our local expertise ensures a seamless journey. We serve over 80 specific locations with a modern, 100%
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Do your drivers have DBS checks for school transport?
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Yes. All of our drivers are fully DBS-checked and experienced in providing safe transport for schools across Kent, Medway, Gravesend, and London.
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Can you help with multiple pick-up points for our school trip?
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Absolutely. We can create custom routes with multiple pick-up and drop-off locations to make your trip easy and efficient.
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- 🚍 Kent - Bus & Coach Hire
Gravesend • Northfleet • Dartford • Greenhithe • Swanscombe • Longfield • Meopham • New Ash Green • Rochester • Chatham • Gillingham • Rainham • Sittingbourne • Maidstone • Sevenoaks • Tonbridge • Ashford • Canterbury • Faversham • Whitstable • Herne Bay
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Bexley • Sidcup • Bromley • Orpington • Lewisham • Greenwich • Eltham • Croydon • Beckenham • Blackheath • Woolwich • Plumstead • Catford
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Grays • Tilbury • Thurrock • Purfleet • Lakeside • Basildon • Brentwood • Rayleigh • Southend-on-Sea
🌳 Surrey & East Sussex - Bus & Coach HireEpsom • Redhill • Reigate • Oxted • Tunbridge Wells • Uckfield • Hastings • Eastbourne- We offer:
- School trip coach hire
- Corporate and staff transport
- Airport transfers
- Private and group day trips
- 📞 Call 01474 329686 or email info@brianjonescoaches.com to get a quote for any of the areas above.
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