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What bus drivers earn per hour

In our bus world, we regularly present new articles about bus logistics, our fleet and bus travel. As well as tips and tricks for travelers, such as our packing list for school trips. Our big bus driver guide provides information on how to become a bus driver and what the job entails, as well as an overview of driving and rest times for bus drivers. In this article, we look at the question: What does a bus driver earn? In addition to the bus driver salary, this includes various factors that influence the actual salary. We also look at the opportunities that bus drivers have to improve their salary.

The average hourly wage for bus drivers in 2024 is 18.33 euros per hour. This represents an increase in salary compared to the previous year. This figure can vary due to overtime, collectively agreed wages in the public sector, bonuses and individual negotiations. There are regional differences in hourly wages. Bus drivers in Baden-Württemberg are the lucky winners. They earn an average of 20.58 euros. Bus drivers in Brandenburg bring up the rear. Here they earn an average of 16.03 euros per hour. The city that offers the best hours is Stuttgart. Here you can earn up to 21.79 euros an hour.

Bus drivers enjoy a high level of professional stability and security, as they often have long-term employment contracts and a comparatively secure employment situation. A stable income can help to ensure financial security for themselves and their families.

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The most important factors in bus driver salary

The most important factors for bus drivers to improve their salary are regional differences, professional experience, qualifications, the employment relationship and possible further training opportunities. The annual salary of bus drivers varies greatly depending on the region in which they are employed. For example, salaries tend to be lower in the new federal states than in the old federal states. More is usually paid in cities than in rural areas. At the top are Hesse, Baden-Württemberg and Hamburg, where bus drivers can earn salaries of over 35,000 euros gross per year.

Bringing up the rear are Brandenburg, Saxony and Lower Saxony, where average salaries for bus drivers are less than 30,000 euros gross per year. We also took a look at the salary structures in our neighboring countries Austria and Switzerland. In the Alpine states, salaries for bus drivers are higher than in this country. In Austria, bus drivers can achieve an average salary of around 44,000 euros gross per year. In Switzerland, bus drivers can enjoy a really top salary with an average of 73130 euros. However, the higher cost of living should also be taken into account, which puts the salary in Switzerland into perspective.

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Region: The regional salary differences for bus drivers are sometimes very large. For example, a bus driver in Hamburg earns significantly more than a bus driver in Saxony. You can find all salaries sorted by federal state in our large salary overview.

Professional experience: The salary of bus drivers varies greatly depending on the number of years of service in the profession. Generally speaking, experienced bus drivers earn more than newcomers.

The qualification of the bus driver plays an important role. Untrained bus drivers earn less than bus drivers who have completed vocational training. Salaries of up to 4000 gross per month can be achieved with further training to become a master craftsman in road transport.

Employer: Of course, the employer also plays a major role in salary. Larger companies can pay better salaries than smaller ones. In addition, public transport generally pays better than private companies.

In addition to the basic salary, many bus companies offer their drivers additional benefits and amenities. These often include paid vacation days, health insurance, pension plans and occasionally even free or heavily discounted tickets for their families.

The future of the bus driver

The bus driving profession is a job with a great future. The increasing demand for public transportation and the focus on environmentally friendly mobility make the profession of bus driver a promising option. There is already a shortage of tens of thousands of bus drivers in Germany. This situation could increase further in the future. Increasing urbanization and the expansion of transport networks will offer countless job opportunities in the future, which will also create other jobs related to the mobility transition in addition to the bus driver profession.

The role of the bus driver is also being expanded by technological advances and autonomous driving. Technologies are helping to make the profession more efficient and safer. However, this requires an adaptation of skills and continuous training. With a growing need for qualified professionals who can provide safe and comfortable driving experiences, the job of bus driver will offer promising future prospects with good career opportunities, suggesting rising salaries in this industry.

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