Welcome to The Bus Center

Transportation expertise with deep roots

For more than 50 years, The Bus Center has helped schools, churches, and fleets stay connected to their communities. Now backed by Hoekstra, a family company with nearly 100 years of transportation experience, we combine Southern hospitality with Midwestern work ethic to deliver dependable buses, trusted service, and genuine partnership—wherever you operate. Start with the right experts, and the rest falls into place.

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Vehicles Available

Start with smart choices

We’ve built a broad, trusted inventory of vehicles we stand behind—whether you need a school bus, a commercial shuttle, or an entire fleet.
Shuttle Buses

Shuttle Buses

Browse shuttles, small buses, and executive transportation options.
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School Buses

School Buses

From MFSABs to classic yellow C2 school buses, you have options for any size and use case.
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Vans

Vans

From traditional fuel and e-transit vans, explore options for transporting up to 13 passengers.
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Coaches

Coaches

Explore larger coaches with upgraded seating, entertainment systems, bathrooms, and ample storage.
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Wheelchair Accessible

Wheelchair Accessible

Browse ADA-ready vans, minivans, and shuttles with low floors, ramps, and tie-downs.
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Our Services

Going above and beyond the purchase

We don’t just sell buses; we solve transportation challenges. From helping you get the best deals to helping you protect your investments, The Bus Center is your partner in getting it right.
Service, Maintenance, & Repairs

From our body shop for major repairs and paint to our service centers across three states, we keep you up and running at every turn.

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Parts

As one of the largest providers of bus and van parts in the U.S., we make it easy to find the right part and keep moving.

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Financing

Take advantage of commercial and municipal purchase financing as well as leasing options, all with competitive rates and flexible terms.

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Upfitting & Customization

Choose your seating arrangements, build in wheelchair accessibility, add cameras, and include custom graphics for your vehicles with ease.

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Trade-ins

Use our simple evaluation form to get the trade-in process started, and we’ll connect you with an expert guide.

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Warranty

We coordinate with our service and parts team on your behalf, taking a hands-on approach to your warranty coverage that allows you to confidently be hands-off.

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About The Bus Center

Insights others just can’t match

Our connection to the broader Hoekstra family gives us an edge that we in turn pass on to you. Here, you’ll find a deep, cross-industry perspective that gets you to the solutions that fit your business.

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Insights others just can’t match

Industries We Serve

We Know What Moves Your Industry

We do more than sell buses—we solve transportation problems across a wide variety of industries. Come to the partner that understands the specialized needs of your segments.
Athletics

Athletics

Always make the game on time with reliable, sizable transport options for school and other athletic teams. Special pricing available for NJCAA members.
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Childcare & Schools

Childcare & Schools

Buses designed to keep the most precious of cargo safe and sound. These buses are designed with safety at the forefront.
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Churches & Places of Worship

Churches & Places of Worship

Transport your congregation with affordable, reliable buses that also offer ADA accessibility. We partner with Lifeway for exclusive discounts for member churches.
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Hospitality

Hospitality

With loads of cargo space for luggage and comfort as a priority, we have a wide selection of buses ideal for the hospitality industry.
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Senior Living Facilities

Senior Living Facilities

We offer non-CDL buses designed with mobility in mind, like wheelchair accessibility and low-entry features.
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Tour & Charter

Tour & Charter

Transport your guests in style with premium luxury coaches—with features like AV systems, bathrooms, and absolute comfort.
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Prison & Incarceration

Prison & Incarceration

For secure and reliable transportation needs, we offer buses ideal for agencies and organizations that require controlled passenger transport.
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The Bus Center Locations

From Michigan to Alabama

Find The Bus Center in four states across the Midwest and southern U.S. Click on a specific location from here, or browse all locations and the services we offer at each.

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From Michigan to Alabama