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An independent resource for London bus drivers — clear, practical guidance and real insight into how the job actually works.
An independent resource for London bus drivers
LondonBusDrivers.co.uk is a driver-led information hub and community forum built for people entering — and working within — the London bus industry.
Run by experienced drivers and trainers, the site provides clear, practical guidance alongside real insight into how the job actually works day to day. Whether you're applying for your first role or have years behind the wheel, the aim is simple: give you accurate information you can actually use.
Who this site is for
LondonBusDrivers.co.uk supports drivers at every stage:
- Getting startedUnderstanding how to become a London bus driver
- ApplyingPreparing for assessments, interviews and medicals
- TrainingNavigating the learning phase and early weeks on the job
- Working driversSharing experience, advice and industry insight
- General interestAnyone wanting a clearer picture of how the London bus system operates
Start your journey
Follow the route from first application to your first solo duty.
What you'll find here
Guides, insight and industry discussion
All content is based on real operational experience, not theory. Key areas include:
- Step-by-step guidance on becoming a London bus driver
- Recruitment processes, requirements and common pitfalls
- Training, assessments and probation expectations
- Differences between operators and what they mean in practice
- Garage life, routes, shift patterns and working conditions
- Pay, contracts and progression opportunities
- The day-to-day realities of the job
- Industry news, updates and changes affecting drivers
Alongside this, the community forum provides a professional space to ask questions, share experiences, and discuss the realities of the job with other drivers.
Independent, driver-led, unbiased
LondonBusDrivers.co.uk is not affiliated with Transport for London, any operator, or any union.
That independence matters. It allows us to provide balanced, experience-based information — and open discussion — without recruitment targets, corporate messaging, or agenda.