Bus And Coach Drivers

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Full Time Average
Weekly Wage
$1,531 to $1,900
Earnings for full-time employees before tax.

The ranges are for all ages and levels of experience, so they cannot be used to determine what an individual worker will actually earn.
Full Time/Part Time
Split
60%40%
This shows the proportion of workers who work part-time.

The information uses the Australian Bureau of Statistics definition of part-time, which is working less than 35 hours per week.
Currently Employed
Workers
40,300
The total number of people employed in Australia in November 2025 for this occupation.

It includes both full-time and part-time workers.
Future Job Openings
Next Five Years
< 5k
An estimate of the number of job opportunities likely to be available over the next five years.

It does not provide any guidance about the number of job seekers for this occupation.
Current
Unemployment
Low
The unemployment rate is the number of unemployed people as a percentage of the labour force (employed plus unemployed).
An occupation may have high unemployment but may also be experiencing shortages for particular skills.
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Career Details

Bus And Coach Drivers drive buses and coaches to transport passengers over established and special routes.

Most occupations in this field typically require a Certificate II or II qualification.

stopping at set locations to pick up and set down passengers
opening and closing doors before and after passengers board or alight
controlling lighting, heating and ventilation on buses
collecting fares and giving change and tickets, and monitoring electronic entry
advising passengers on destinations
maintaining conduct of passengers
may use public address systems to provide information and tour commentaries for passengers
may assist coach passengers with baggage and accommodation bookings
may maintain, service and clean coaches

Occupations:

Bus Driver
Charter and Tour Bus Driver
Passenger Coach Driver

Bus Driver

Drives a bus to transport passengers short distances on scheduled intra-city services over established routes. Registration or licensing is required.

Specialisations:

Minibus Driver
School Bus Driver

Charter And Tour Bus Driver

Drives a coach to transport passengers on sightseeing, educational and other tours. Registration or licensing is required.

Specialisation:

Coach Tour Driver

Passenger Coach Driver

Drives a coach to transport passengers long distances on scheduled intercity services over established routes. Registration or licensing is required.

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