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Reliable Transportation Partner
Safety, Quality, Growth: North America Central
North America Central School Bus, founded in 2004, is a rapidly growing company dedicated to prioritizing safety and delivering quality transportation services. With experienced local managers in communities nationwide, we are your reliable partner for school bus transportation needs.
Safety, Service, and Growth
Enriching Lives through Safe and Reliable Transportation
Our mission is to provide safe, reliable, and efficient transportation services that enrich the communities we serve. We strive to be the industry leader in exceptional safety, customer service, and support, exceeding expectations one community, one person, and one experience at a time.
Safety First
Passenger well-being is our top priority, offering peace of mind.
Integrity
We act responsibly, accountable for our actions and commitments.
Exceptional Service
Going the extra mile to exceed customer expectations.
Empowered Management
Continuous learning empowers managers to better serve customers.
Teamwork
Respectful communication and collaboration drive our success.
Strategic Growth
Proactive partnerships create opportunities for steady, rewarding growth.
Our Transportation Highlights
Fast Facts at a Glance
Ranking: Fifth Largest
North America Central School Bus is the fifth-largest school bus operator in North America.
Mileage: 65,000,000+
Our vehicles travel over 65,000,000 miles each year taking students to
and from school.
Trips: 1,000,000+
We provide nearly 1,000,000 safe student trips to and from school each
day.
Coverage: 120+ Communities
We provide a full-service out-sourced transportation solution to 120
communities in nine states and one Canadian province.
Locations: 10 States/Province
North America Central School Bus operates in Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin,
Missouri, Kansas, Pennsylvania, Idaho, Iowa, Texas and Ontario.
Fleet: 6,000+
We operate 6,000 school buses and vans.
Charters: Smarter Charter
North America Central School Bus charters its buses to the public for
community events, corporate employee shuttles or any group event as the
“Smarter Charter” transportation alternative.
GPS: Real-time Tracking
We use GPS technology to know where our buses are at all times.
Versatility: Diverse Fleet
Our fleet includes buses with capacities ranging from small vans to buses
carrying up to 84 elementary-age students. Many of our buses have
wheelchair lifts and are air-conditioned.
Customer-Focused Leadership
Streamlined Organization for Exceptional Service
Our experienced management team is customer-focused, delivering customized solutions. With three regions led by Regional Operations Managers, we ensure comprehensive support. Empowered local managers prioritize safety and satisfaction, reporting to regional managers who report to the Executive team. Experience our commitment firsthand in your community.
Contact us today for tailored transportation solutions.
North America Central School Bus
Uniting School Bus Companies
North America Central School Bus is the collective umbrella for our school bus companies. As the 5th largest school bus operator in North America, we service well over 125 school districts from 50 locations across multiple states and the Province of Ontario. We are headquartered just outside of Chicago, supporting our operating teams throughout North America.
Uniting School Bus Companies
North America Central School Bus
North America Central School Bus is the collective umbrella for our school bus companies. As the 5th largest bus company in the nation, we serve over 120 school districts from 46 facilities across multiple states. While informally known as "Illinois Central School Bus," we are headquartered in Joliet, Illinois, near Chicago.