When buying tickets, frequenters of bus tours first of all pay attention to the location of the seats. Why is it important? Let's explain with an example.

Imagine that you have been planning a trip for a long time, thought over the route, chosen, as it seemed to you, a good place - with an excellent view, in the middle of the bus, not far from the door. And then it turned out that it is almost the only one that does not unfold. Everything would be fine, but only when the passengers in front recline their seats, you find yourself squeezed from both sides. As a result, what was dreamed of as a wonderful journey turned into torture.

We will tell you about all the nuances that you need to take into account when choosing a seat on the bus so as not to get into a similar story in the article.

Long-distance buses - good and different

If you think that knowing the number of a seat is enough to understand how convenient it is, you are deeply mistaken. The fleet of modern long-distance buses (ADS) is so diverse that until you see the layout of the cabin, it is premature to draw conclusions.

For example, you got chair number 14. In the tourist MAN for 59 seats, this is the beginning of the salon, 4th row; but in the cabin of the same model for 45 seats, seat number 14 is located in front of the door and, most likely, does not recline. In the 20-seat Mercedes, the same number 14 is located to the left by the window at the end of the cabin, and in the 45-seat Mercedes, to the right at the aisle, 4th row. And there are many such examples.

Even the typical layout of a specific model is not always accurate, since the carrier has the right to make structural changes - add a bathroom, kitchen, remove some of the seats (for example, the back row), equipping a sleeping or cargo compartment.

Site Selection Criteria

Tastes, as you know, do not argue, so everyone may have their own criteria for choosing a convenient place. Experienced tourists recommend first of all to take into account such parameters as:

safety;
the location of the seats in relation to the door;
interior segment (beginning, middle, end).

Let's dwell on them in more detail.

Dangerous and safe

Reports of traffic incidents involving ADF appear with frightening frequency, so the number 1 task of every traveler is to reach their destination safe and sound.

What places are potentially dangerous?

First row, especially to the right of the aisle. In a head-on collision, they are the first to be hit.
The last row can suffer if the impact comes from behind. In addition, with sudden braking, rear-row passengers have a higher risk of injury by flying into the aisle.
Armchairs by the window on the left side of the cabin. We have right-hand traffic, so this side of the bus is always turned to the flow of cars.

The safest places on a long distance bus are as follows.

In the middle of the cabin on the right side. But even in this relatively safe zone, it is better not to sit by the window, but near the aisle.
Seats immediately behind the driver. It is believed that the driver, instinctively avoiding danger, removes this zone from the blow, and, on the contrary, substitutes the right side.

"Insidious" - next to the door

The places located in close proximity to the door are distinguished by a special "treachery".

If they are behind it, in winter and autumn - this is a zone of cold air currents that fall on passengers every time the door is opened. By the way, in the summer the influx of fresh air can rather be attributed to the pluses.

If the seats are on the right side in front of the door in the middle of the passenger compartment, they do not recline. It was designed so as not to interfere with people getting off at stops. Usually such seats are cheaper, but passengers do not always fully understand the reason for the bonus.

The area next to the door is not without merit. You will be the first to get off the bus in the parking lot, respectively, you will quickly get to the buffet, the toilet, or just have time to smoke.

Back row disadvantages

Few people like the last row in the ADF. And there are reasons for this.

It shakes harder here, and people with seasickness get motion sick.
The backs of the seats do not recline, which means that there is no way to relax, take a nap.
If not the climate control system is used to cool the air, but the general air conditioner, it blows strongly from behind.
If there is only one TV, it cannot be seen or heard from the back row. The same goes for the guide during the tour.

Some tour operators usually sell two tickets for the last row of 5 seats. Then their owners will have the opportunity not only to sit down, but also to fully lie down.

Features of choosing a seat in a double-decker bus

The travel agency can offer you a trip on a double-decker bus. This vehicle has a different layout of seats and its own characteristics.

To determine what suits you best, study the pros and cons of each floor.

Advantages of the first floor:

spacious salon;
there are fewer people than at the top;
comfortable tables;
next to a bathroom, kitchen, water cooler, refrigerator.

Of the minuses

The salon is located low in relation to the road, so you won’t be able to admire the panoramic landscapes.

Be prepared for the fact that in the evening the drivers will continue to communicate, and perhaps listen to music or watch a movie.

Advantages of the second floor

magnificent panoramic view;
silence in the evening, because the drivers are below.

There are also cons

It is closer here than on the first floor, which will be especially felt by tall and obese passengers.

Be prepared to go down every time to use the facilities or during stops. The second floor is not for people with disabilities.

And instead of a conclusion. Having chosen a place to your liking, make sure that it is officially indicated in the voucher (everything is clear with the ticket), otherwise it will turn out, as in that joke - whoever got up earlier gets the slippers.

Excursion tourism seems to be specially designed for bus tours. Today, this type of travel is becoming increasingly popular. Comfortable long-distance buses allow you to enjoy the pleasure of learning new things while traveling. Such transport differs significantly from city buses.

Long-distance buses are equipped with special soft seats, with reclining backrests and armrests. They have a cavity for carrying passengers' goods, including shelves above the seats and a large space under the floor of the passenger compartment. The cabin itself may not only have a chemical toilet, but also a cold and hot water dispenser, a mini-fridge, a TV screen and other devices in order to make the trip comfortable.

When choosing a bus for a long sightseeing tour, you need to take into account all these features and ask in advance how comfortable you will be on the road. Another important point is the safe location in the cabin of the ADS. When buying a ticket, the seats belong to the passengers in the same way as on the train, so it will not be possible to change them in the future. The seating arrangement varies from bus to bus.

Location of seats on buses

Long-distance buses are a popular mode of transport, so many different modifications of such cars are produced. In addition, the carrier has the right to independently equip the ADS cabin at its own discretion. Therefore, even buses produced at the same factory at the same time may differ in both the number of seats and their location.

In particular, the MAN special tourist bus in the standard model is designed to accommodate 59 seats, and the numbering starts from the first seat and from the right row. However, the MAN Lion's Coach R 08 modification has only 49 seats, while the number one has a seat in the second row on the right. The first seats from the door are not numbered, as a result of which the last ones receive the numbers 47 and 49.

Seat arrangement in the MAN Lions Coach R 08 bus Seat arrangement in the MAN bus

Such differences can be found in buses of all brands. For example, a small Mercedes 22360C is designed for 20 seats, and the numbering order is confused. The first places 1 and 2 are located behind the driver, and the places next to him are numbered 19 and 20. Further rows are numbered from right to left. Another bus from the same manufacturer, Mersedes-Benz 0303, is numbered from left to right and can accommodate 45 seated passengers.

Seat arrangement in the Seat arrangement in the bus Mersedes-Benz 0303

bus Mercedes-22360C

The carrier can also change the arrangement of seats and equipment of the bus, for example, remove several seats, add a dry closet, make room for office space. Depending on such innovations, the number and sometimes the location of passenger seats will change. Therefore, when buying a ticket, you must carefully study the real scheme of the bus by asking the carrier for it.

Where is the safest place to sit on a long-distance bus?

Traffic safety is not the same for passengers who occupy different seats in the bus. The same thing happens in passenger cars, where the safest place is considered to be behind the driver, and the most at risk is next to him. When buying tickets for ADS, you should look for a ticket for a seat located in the most secure area of the bus.

Here are some bus safety tips:

The safest place is just behind the driver's seat. It is believed that in the event of a danger, the driver will subconsciously try to protect himself, respectively, the opposite side gets hit the fastest.
The most comfortable and quiet places with a good level of security are located in the center of the cabin. This zone remains the most intact both in a frontal impact and in a rear-end collision. Even in the event of a side impact, the impact can hit the rear, bypassing the middle.
Seats on the right side of the aisle rather than a window are considered safer than those on the left.

It is also useful to inquire about the safety of the passenger seats themselves. The safety rules in the cabin of the aircraft also apply to the bus: do not walk around the cabin while driving, especially during maneuvers, in case of shaking or a dangerous situation, you must lean forward and hide your head on your knees.

Where is the best place to take the bus?

This information has not been confirmed by special scientific studies, but there are several types of seats where passengers really do not like to sit:

The last row of seats is notorious. This prejudice is quite logical, since the smell of burning and exhaust gases is stronger here. The tail of the cabin shifts more from side to side when moving and turning, it is more motion sick here. When braking hard, you can fall into the aisle.
The first row from the entrance and immediately behind the driver is also not popular. In a frontal impact, this part of the cabin suffers the most.

When choosing a ticket, you should ask if the seats recline. There may be places in the cabin where the back does not move. A conscientious carrier will not sell them, but you should not hope for this, it is better to check in advance and ask the travel agent carefully. Most often, such seats are installed on the unloved last row or next to the door in the middle of the bus. The place near the entrance has a number of features. In particular, it is coldest there in winter, but it is easy to get off first at any stop.

Important

When buying tickets, the features of accommodation in the cabin are not indicated. You can also find out all the details about a particular bus from a travel agent, and for a conversation it is better to personally come to the company's office. There they will be able to show you the exact bus maps, location plans, tell you about what they prefer to keep silent about when ordering via the Internet.

This article will focus on seats on the bus. We will talk about which ones to choose to feel safer, and which ones to ignore so as not to ruin your trip. Consider also the schemes of various buses.

Seats on long-distance buses

Transportation of people over long distances occupies a special niche in passenger transportation. It should be noted that there are separate tourist tours, which often use large-capacity cars. The location of the seats on the bus, the layout of which can change with different capacity of cars, can largely determine the comfort and safety of the trip. As a rule, a seat for a passenger is retained until the end of the trip, so you need to take his choice very responsibly.

Seats on buses - location

In the fleets of travel companies and enterprises involved in transporting people over long distances, there is a wide variety of car models. There is no single position on the bus, the scheme of which would be common to all manufacturers. Manufacturers, as well as companies involved in transportation, can equip the machines at their discretion, if they do not violate the safety requirements regulated by regulatory documents. Even single-brand buses produced in the same year can differ both in interior design and in the number of seats. To the question: “What is the location of the seat on the bus, what does the layout inside look like?” the answer is only approximate.

Before buying a ticket, you should check with the carrier for the layout of the seats.

In addition to convenience, safety should be taken into account, on which the choice of the right place depends.

Safe places

News feeds often talk about traffic accidents involving passenger transport. Therefore, a careful selection of the location of the seat on the bus, the selection scheme of which is discussed below, will directly affect the safety of your life.

For a safer trip, you need to consider the following points:

one of the safest places is the one located behind the driver's seat;
you should choose seats located in the center of the cabin;
it is better to choose seats installed on the right side.

The following places can ruin your trip:

The last seats, because in this part, as a rule, there is a lot of burning, and after a certain period of time there is a risk of getting exhaust poisoning. Riding in the rear leads to more motion sickness, and emergency braking is likely to fly into the aisle between the seats.
Seats located next to the door or the driver.
Non-folding seats, as a rule, located at the end, as well as in front of the exit in the middle of the cabin.

Placement examples

The photo below shows the location of the seat on the bus. The scheme of 47 places is typical.

This scheme is typical for the following brands: Higer KLQ 6119 TQ, YUTONG 6129.

The next photo also shows the location of the seat on the bus (diagram). 49 seats is a fairly common option.

The scheme is typical for the following brands: Higer KLQ6129Q, Bus Neoplan 1116, Setra 315.

Minibus Mercedes Sprinter for up to 27 people

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Complete sets of minibuses may differ in the number of seats, as well as their layout. They can be installed both in the direction of travel and in different directions. For example, for the transportation of tourists, the location of seats in the direction of travel is suitable, since usually such routes run for quite long distances, and passengers should feel comfortable.

For companies organizing wedding transportation, cars in which some of the seats are located opposite each other are most suitable. This is convenient when guests sit opposite and can freely communicate with each other. And for fixed-route taxis, it is most profitable to take cars that allow you to accommodate the maximum number of passengers.

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