The length of a normal school bus is about 35 feet high and 8-9 feet wide, with a seating capacity of about 90 passengers, whereas small school buses are designed with an average height of 30 feet and a width of 6 feet.
The typical school bus will accommodate 48 adult passengers (2 per seat) or 72 children (2nd grade or younger sitting 3 per seat). Is a large bus just too big for the operating area, we have small buses too, which typically seat 10 adults or 20 children (2nd grade or younger).
About bus faresOMNY is accepted on all New York City buses. Fares can also be paid with a MetroCard, coins, or SingleRide ticket. Some buses are fare-free: Q70-LaGuardia Link to and from LaGuardia Airport.
Subways and busesFare for most riders on subways and local, limited, and Select Bus Service buses: $2.90. Express buses cost $7. Tap to pay your fare with your contactless credit/debit card, smartphone, or OMNY card, or pay with a MetroCard.