February 1-28

Love the Bus Month

This Love the Bus Month, show your appreciation for bus drivers and join us in promoting safe, reliable, and efficient public transportation!

Yearly Date

February 1

Observed in

United States

Introduction

Celebrate Love the Bus Month on February 1 by showing your appreciation for buses and bus drivers everywhere! This month-long celebration was first created in 2003 by the American School Bus Council to recognize the important role that school buses play in our communities. Not only do they help get students to school safely, but they also provide many other vital services such as transporting goods and people to work, medical facilities, and more. Show your love and appreciation for all that buses have done for us by participating in Love the Bus Month this year!

Love the Bus Month Timeline

1830

Horse-Drawn Buses Debut

The first buses were horse-drawn omnibuses established by George Shillibeer for a route in London.

1910

First Motorized Bus Service

The first motorized bus, called the Daimler Omnibus, started service in Germany, setting the stage for the future of public transportation.

1930s

School Buses Introduced to Transportation

Modern-style school buses were integrated into the American public education system to transport children to schools.

1940

Yellow Bus Standardization

The United States mandated that all school buses be painted "National School Bus Glossy Yellow" for safety reasons.

2007

Love the Bus Month Initiated

The American School Bus Council (ASBC) initiated "Love the Bus Month" in February to appreciate school bus drivers and highlight the importance of school bus transportation.

How to Celebrate Love the Bus Month

1 Organize a bus appreciation day

Gather a group of friends or family members and go to your local bus station for a day of appreciation. Bring along snacks, decorations, and music to celebrate bus drivers, mechanics, and everyone who works hard to keep the buses running.

2 Write a letter

Write letters of appreciation to your local bus drivers and staff. Let them know how much you enjoy riding the bus and how much you appreciate their hard work.

3 Participate in bus art projects

Find out if there are any art projects going on in your area that involve decorating or painting buses. It's a great way to express your love of the bus while having fun.

4 Plan an outing with the bus

Plan a special outing with your family or friends using only the bus. Pick a destination that isn't too far away but still requires taking the bus to get there.

5 Donate time or money

Donate either time or money to help support your local transit authority. Even small donations can make a difference in helping to keep the buses running.

Why We Love Love the Bus Month

Public transit is better for the environment

Public transit reduces carbon emissions and promotes a healthier environment. Taking the bus instead of driving your own car can significantly reduce air pollution and promote more sustainable transportation options. By utilizing public buses, you’re taking an active step towards creating an environmentally responsible future!

It's cheaper than owning a car

Owning a car can be expensive. From registration fees to gas costs, the expenses can add up quickly - not to mention the cost of insurance and maintenance. With public transit, even those on a tight budget can take advantage of inexpensive transportation for everyday activities like getting to work or running errands.

Fewer cars mean less traffic

By taking the bus, you're helping to reduce single occupancy vehicle trips which improves overall traffic flow and helps make roads safer for everyone. Not only that, but fewer cars on the road means fewer emitters in our air which contributes to better air quality and improved health outcomes.