Coach Hire Gravesend
Coach Hire & Bus Hire Gravesend – Local Group Transport Across DA11 & DA12
Looking for reliable coach hire or bus hire in Gravesend? Brian Jones Bus & Coach Hire is a family-run transport company established in 1970, operating from 3 Canal Road, Gravesend, Kent.
We provide professional group transport for schools, businesses, wedding parties, sports teams and private groups across Gravesend, Northfleet, the surrounding villages and wider Kent.
Being based in Gravesend means we understand local roads, pickup locations, school transport requirements and the importance of dependable journey planning. Whether you're travelling locally, into London or further across the UK, we can provide a suitable vehicle for your group's requirements.
Our fleet includes 32–40 seat midi coaches, 49–57 seat executive coaches, larger coaches and double-decker buses carrying up to 76 passengers. We also provide classic Routemaster buses and open-top buses for weddings and special occasions.
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Why Choose Brian Jones Coaches in Gravesend?
As a Gravesend-based company with more than 50 years of experience, we offer the reassurance of dealing directly with an established local coach and bus operator.
✔ Established in 1970 – A family-run company with decades of experience providing passenger transport.
✔ Based in Gravesend – Our operating base at 3 Canal Road gives us excellent access to DA11, DA12, the A2 and surrounding North Kent towns.
✔ Modern, well-maintained vehicles – Midi coaches, executive coaches and high-capacity double-decker buses.
✔ Enhanced DBS-checked drivers – Experienced professional drivers familiar with school, corporate and private hire journeys.
✔ Seatbelt-equipped vehicles – Seatbelts fitted to our coaches and double-decker buses.
✔ 100% ULEZ-compliant fleet – Suitable for journeys into London's Ultra Low Emission Zone.
✔ Competitive local pricing – Efficient scheduling from our Gravesend base can help reduce unnecessary positioning mileage.
✔ Direct bookings – Deal directly with our experienced team rather than a coach hire comparison website.
We also provide regular coach and bus hire services across Northfleet, Swanscombe and Dartford.
Our Fleet – Coach & Bus Hire in Gravesend
We provide different vehicle sizes to suit school groups, corporate travel, airport transfers and private bookings.
32-Seat Midi Coaches
Our 32-seat midi coaches are ideal for smaller organised groups, school outings, airport transfers and private journeys.
They offer comfortable coach-style seating and are particularly suitable for groups that do not need a full-size coach.
49–57 Seat Executive Coaches
Our executive coaches provide comfortable transport for longer journeys, school excursions, company events and group holidays.
Features include air conditioning, three-point seatbelts, curtains, music systems and microphones.
Large Coaches & Double-Decker Buses
For larger groups, we offer coaches and double-decker bus hire, with available vehicles carrying up to 76 passengers.
These are particularly useful for school transport, large events, sports clubs and occasions requiring fewer vehicles for larger passenger numbers.
Classic Routemaster & Open-Top Buses
For something different, our classic Routemaster buses are popular for weddings and special celebrations.
We also offer open-top bus hire for special events and organised group journeys.
You can browse our full range of vehicles on our fleet page.
School Coach & Bus Hire in Gravesend
School transport has been an important part of our business for many years.
We provide coach hire and bus hire for schools, academies and educational organisations throughout Gravesend, Northfleet and the surrounding North Kent area.
Our school transport services include:
Educational visits and school trips
Sports fixtures and swimming lessons
Residential trips and activity centres
Regular school transport arrangements
Theatre visits, museums and educational excursions
Transport for larger groups using double-decker buses
Our vehicles are regularly maintained, and our drivers are Enhanced DBS-checked. We understand the importance of safeguarding, punctual collection times and clear communication with school staff.
We can provide 32-seat midi coaches for smaller school groups, full-size coaches for larger classes and double-decker buses for high-capacity requirements.
For more information, visit our School Coach & Bus Hire page.
We also provide school transport across Dartford and Medway.
Corporate & Executive Coach Hire from Gravesend
Our corporate coach hire services support businesses throughout Gravesend and the surrounding commercial areas.
Whether you need transport for staff, visiting clients, conferences or company events, we can arrange suitable vehicles and convenient collection points.
Common corporate bookings include:
Business meetings and conferences
Staff transport and company events
Corporate hospitality
Exhibition and trade show transfers
Group journeys into Central London and Canary Wharf
Airport transfers for business groups
Our executive coaches provide comfortable travel, while our experienced team can help coordinate multiple pickups and return journeys.
Visit our Corporate Coach Hire page for further information.
Airport Transfers from Gravesend
We provide group airport transfers from Gravesend and surrounding North Kent locations to the UK's major airports.
Popular airport destinations include:
London Heathrow Airport
London Gatwick Airport
London City Airport
London Stansted Airport
London Luton Airport
Our airport transfer service is suitable for school groups, corporate travellers, holiday parties and organised group departures.
Travelling together by coach can be more convenient than arranging several separate vehicles, particularly when passengers have luggage or need to arrive at the airport together.
Collection arrangements are planned around your flight times, passenger numbers and luggage requirements.
Find out more about our airport coach transfers.
Wedding Bus Hire & Private Group Transport in Gravesend
We provide wedding transport and private bus hire throughout Gravesend, North Kent and the surrounding areas.
Whether you need a coach to transport wedding guests between venues or would prefer a traditional red London bus, we can help organise the transport for your special occasion.
Our classic 1960s Routemaster buses are especially popular for weddings, offering a memorable way to transport guests.
We also provide coaches and buses for:
Family celebrations and anniversaries
Birthday parties
Social clubs and organised outings
Concerts and theatre trips
Community group excursions
Private day trips and special events
Visit our Wedding Bus Hire or Private Coach Hire pages for further information.
Local Coach Hire Across Gravesend, DA11 & DA12
Being based in Gravesend gives us an advantage when planning local passenger transport.
We regularly operate throughout the town and surrounding areas, including Gravesend town centre, Chalk, Singlewell, Riverview Park, Painters Ash, Northfleet and neighbouring villages.
Our drivers are familiar with the A2, A226, local school routes and connections towards the Dartford Crossing, M25 and Medway.
This local knowledge helps when arranging suitable collection points, multi-stop journeys and realistic travel schedules.
We also provide coach and bus hire in neighbouring locations, including:
Greenhithe and Ebbsfleet
Meopham and Longfield
For journeys further afield, explore our Kent Coach & Bus Hire and Greater London Coach Hire services.
Coach & Bus Hire for Sporting Events and Day Trips
Our coach and bus hire services are suitable for sporting fixtures, club outings, race meetings, concerts and organised day trips.
Travelling by coach allows groups to travel together without arranging multiple cars or separate journeys.
Our vehicles can accommodate different group sizes, with double-decker buses particularly useful for transporting larger numbers of passengers.
We can also help plan collection points and return journeys for groups travelling between Gravesend, Kent, London and destinations across the UK.
Visit our Sporting Events Coach Hire page for details.
Looking for Minibus Hire in Gravesend?
If you're searching for minibus hire in Gravesend but need transport for a larger group, our 32-seat midi coaches may be a suitable alternative.
We do not operate traditional 8–16 seat minibuses. Instead, our smallest vehicle is a 32-seat midi coach, providing coach-style comfort for organised group travel.
Our midi coaches are suitable for school outings, airport transfers, business groups, weddings and private day trips.
For groups approaching 32 passengers, using one midi coach may be more practical than arranging multiple smaller vehicles, depending on the journey and luggage requirements.
Read more about our 32-seat midi coaches, or see our vehicle size guide.
Competitive Coach Hire Prices in Gravesend
As a Gravesend-based operator, we can often plan local collections efficiently without the additional travel distances involved when vehicles are sent from operators further away.
This can help us offer competitive coach and bus hire prices for customers throughout DA11, DA12 and nearby North Kent towns.
The cost of hiring a coach depends on several factors, including:
Number of passengers and vehicle size
Journey distance and destination
Length of time the vehicle is required
Collection and return times
Date of travel and any additional requirements
We provide individual quotations based on your journey rather than using one fixed price for every booking.
For further guidance, read our Coach Hire Pricing Guide.
Book Coach Hire & Bus Hire in Gravesend
If you're looking for a reliable local coach or bus hire company in Gravesend, Brian Jones Bus & Coach Hire would be pleased to assist.
As a family-run business established in 1970, we continue to provide organised group transport for schools, businesses and private customers throughout North Kent and beyond.
Whether you require a 32-seat midi coach, an executive coach, a large school coach or a double-decker bus, our team can help identify the most suitable vehicle for your journey.
Brian Jones Bus & Coach Hire Ltd
3 Canal Road, Gravesend, Kent
Telephone: 01474 329686
Email: info@brianjonescoaches.com
