Do your drivers have DBS checks for school transport?

Yes. All drivers are DBS-checked and experienced in providing safe school transport across Kent, Greater London and Essex.

How many passengers can your coaches carry?

We operate midi coaches, full-size executive coaches and high-capacity double-decker buses. Passenger capacity depends on vehicle type.

What areas do you cover?

We provide coach hire and bus hire across Kent, Greater London and Essex for schools, businesses and private groups.

Do you provide airport transfers?

Yes. We provide airport transfers to Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and London City Airport.

Is your fleet ULEZ compliant?

Yes. Our fleet complies with current London ULEZ requirements.

Are your vehicles fitted with seatbelts?

Yes. All vehicles are fitted with seatbelts in accordance with current safety regulations.

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Coach Hire in Kent, London & Essex

Brian Jones Bus & Coach Hire provides coach hire across Kent, London and Essex for schools, private groups, businesses, airport transfers, weddings, sporting events and day trips. Based in Gravesend and established in 1970, we operate a modern fleet of midi coaches, executive coaches and high-capacity vehicles for groups of many different sizes.

Our full-size coach fleet includes 49–57 seat executive coaches and high-capacity 70-seat coaches, with comfortable interiors and practical features for both local and long-distance journeys. All of our modern coaches are 100% ULEZ compliant, making them suitable for travel into Central London as well as destinations throughout the UK.

57-Seat Executive Coach Hire

Our 57-seat executive coaches are highly sought after because they offer the rare combination of high passenger capacity and premium executive features. These are the perfect choice for large groups who refuse to compromise on comfort.

Comfort & Interior — Recently refurbished interiors, air conditioning and curtains.
Onboard Features — 3-point seatbelts, music system and PA/microphone facilities.
Suitable For — Corporate events, airport transfers, weddings, tours and long-distance group travel.

70-Seat Coach Hire for Large Groups

Our 70-seat coach is a practical option for schools, societies and other large groups that need to travel together in a single vehicle. Its high capacity can reduce the need to hire multiple smaller coaches for the same journey.

One Vehicle, One Cost: Fits two full school classes comfortably, which can reduce the need for two separate smaller vehicles
Designed for Longer Journeys: Suitable for motorway and long-distance travel and operated by experienced Enhanced DBS-checked drivers.

Professional Transport for the South East

From our Gravesend base, we provide coach hire throughout North Kent, Medway, London and Essex. Popular service areas include Gravesend, Dartford, Medway and Maidstone, with journeys available throughout the UK.

School Coach Hire: Trusted by local schools for safe, reliable travel, drivers are DBS checked.
Corporate & VIP Hire: Executive travel for business events and airport transfers.
✔ Airport transfers
✔ Private group hire and day trips
✔ Wedding and event transport
✔ Sporting events and team travel

All our staff are fully vetted and you can view our Official DBS Certification online.

Coach Hire for Groups of All Sizes

Whether you are organising a school trip, airport transfer, corporate event, wedding, day excursion or private group journey, we can recommend a vehicle based on your passenger numbers, luggage requirements and itinerary. For medium-sized groups, our 32 and 40-seat midi coaches provide a smaller alternative to the full-size fleet, while larger groups can choose from executive and high-capacity coaches.

Why Choose Brian Jones Bus & Coach Hire?

✔ Established in 1970
✔ Family-run coach and bus operator
✔ 100% ULEZ-compliant modern coach fleet
✔ Experienced DBS-checked drivers
✔ 32–40 seat midi coaches
✔ 49–57 seat executive coaches
✔ High-capacity 70-seat coach options
✔ Coach hire across Kent, London, Essex and the wider UK

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Get a Coach Hire Quote | Call: 01474 329686

Need coach hire in Gravesend, Dartford, Medway, Kent, London or Essex? Contact our team with your journey details, passenger numbers and travel date for a no-obligation quote.