Unfortunately, there is no uniform standard for numbering seats on buses. Based on the results of a survey of Novosibirsk carriers, it turned out that 6 different ways numbering of seats in the cabin. Even one carrier may have buses with different system numbering. Below are examples of numbering that we found on the Internet and combined into a single picture.

The problem is aggravated by the fact that different brands and models of buses have different schemes location of seats and in most cases it is impossible to predict in advance which bus will take the route. According to the agreement with the bus station, the carrier is obliged to put on the route a bus of a certain capacity and type (for example, 42 soft seats). But the bus model becomes known only shortly before departure. Thus, even if you have the correct seat maps in hand, it is impossible to indicate the one you need, since the make and model of the bus are unknown in advance.

Having comprehensively analyzed the task, we came to the conclusion that we were not able to implement it with a satisfactory result. We are aware that some competing sites provide a seating chart. We also know that this led to scandals, since the information provided in fact turned out to be unreliable.

In modern bus fleets you can find a huge number of modifications of buses, differing not only in the number of seats, but also in their layout in the cabin. There is no single scheme common to all manufacturers. And not only manufacturing companies, but also the carriers themselves can re-equip the cabin at their discretion. Therefore, even equipment of the same brand and year of manufacture may have a different number of seats and their numbering.

The only requirement for such actions is not to violate established safety rules.

You can see the most common seating arrangements in long-distance buses in the photo:

Seat arrangement and numbering order in MAN touring cars

MAN Lion’S tourist equipment has several modifications that differ in the number of seats and their numbering order. The standard model has 59 seats. Numbering starts from the very first right seat. In cars with 49 seats, the order is different. Numbering starts from the second row on the right side. And the seats in the first row are numbered 46, 47, 48, 49.

Location of seats in various modifications of PAZ buses

The total capacity of the PAZ-32053 modification is 41 passengers, seating capacity is 25. The numbering in the cabin is very confusing. The first three seats, located to the right of the driver and facing the passenger compartment, have numbers 23, 24, 25. Next on the left are numbers 5 and 6, located parallel to the axis of the cabin, and only after them on the left side are seats 1, 2, 3, 4. The right row starts with numbers 21, 22. Other options are possible.

The PAZ 4234 model belongs to the small class bus equipment. It has 25 seats and an additional 18 passengers can ride standing.

The photo of the layout of the seats inside the bus shows that all seats, except the rear one on the right, are located in the direction of travel of the car. In the modification, which has 30 passenger seats, there are three combined seats in front facing the interior of the cabin. In the latter case, the numbers of the first three seats are 30, 1, 2. Seats 3 and 4 are located in the row on the left. Further, all numbers follow in order.

In the VECTOR NEXT groove, depending on the purpose (urban/suburban), several options for completing the internal space are provided.

Seats can be 17, 21, 25.

Seat layouts for KAvZ buses

KAvZ brand buses belong to the middle class equipment used on suburban and intercity routes. The number of passenger seats is 31, the total capacity is 54 people.

All seats are located along the direction of the cabin. The numbers start from the first row, on the right side, with the seat located near the aisle.

The KAvZ 4238 equipment has, depending on the modification, 34, 35 or 39 seats. Numbering is standard. Models are used for suburban and intercity routes, as well as school cars.

LiAZ bus layout diagrams

Intercity models LiAZ 525662 have 44 soft adjustable seats located facing the direction of travel. Numbering begins with the seat located in the first row on the right, near the aisle.

Urban semi-low-floor and low-floor LiAZ vehicles have a small number of passenger seats - 18, 25 or 28, depending on the modification. The absence of steps at the entrance and the location of the seats ensure quick and convenient entry/exit of passengers.

Seat arrangement options for Hyundai buses

Hyundai Universe large-capacity tourist buses have 43 or 47 passenger seats, separated from the driver's seat by a solid partition. There is a guide chair to the right of the driver. The numbers start from the left seat of the first row.

In the YarKamp company you can choose a passenger bus for city, suburban, intercity routes with the required interior layout. Most models are in stock.

Buses

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Iveco Magelys (49 seats)

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"Iveco Magelys" - tourist luxury! Luxury tourist bus. The bus is equipped with a kitchenette, refrigerator, and dry closet. The plush-upholstered interior features comfortable soft reclining chairs with adjustable backrest and armrest. The bus has wide aisles and two LCD monitors for broadcasting video signals. Each seat is equipped with a guide call button and individual lighting. The tourist class bus "Iveco Magelys" is designed for traveling with maximum convenience both in Russia and abroad!

MAN Lion's Coach (R08) (57 seats)

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MAN Lion's Coach (R07) (49 seats)

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MAN luxury buses are good for short trips and long excursions and transfers. "MAN" is a European quality standard! The buses have the right to travel abroad and are equipped with orthopedic seats - passengers will never have back pain. "MAN" buses are equipped with a modern multimedia system (DVD player, 2 TVs, sound system); orthopedic chairs with various adjustments; individual airflow; individual lighting; folding individual tables; toilet; mini kitchen. Ideal for business transportation, including sophisticated foreigners.

NEOPLAN Tourliner L P22 (49 seats)

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NEOPLAN Cityliner P14 (49 seats)

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Neoplan luxury buses are good for both short trips and long excursions and transfers. "Neoplan" is a European quality standard! The buses have the right to travel abroad and are equipped with orthopedic seats - passengers will never have back pain. "Neoplan" buses are equipped with a modern multimedia system (DVD player, 2 TVs, sound system); orthopedic chairs with various adjustments; individual airflow; individual lighting; folding individual tables; toilet; mini kitchen. Ideal for business transportation, including sophisticated foreigners.

KING LONG KLQ6129Q (49 seats)

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The "Higer" bus is already a well-known new product made in China. High level The build quality and rich basic equipment set Higer apart from other well-known bus brands. "Higer" is a modern bus that meets all the requirements of world standards. The "Higer" seats are soft and comfortable, with all the necessary adjustments: folding armrests, backrest tilt adjustment. "Higer" buses are equipped with a modern multimedia system (DVD player, TV, sound system), individual airflow, individual lighting, individual folding tables. The "Higer" bus is booked for excursions, business trips, and corporate events.

HIGER KLQ6129Q (49 seats)

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The "Higer" bus is already a well-known new product made in China. The high level of build quality and rich basic equipment set Higer apart from other well-known bus brands. "Higer" is a modern bus that meets all the requirements of world standards. The "Higer" seats are soft and comfortable, with all the necessary adjustments: folding armrests, backrest tilt adjustment. "Higer" buses are equipped with a modern multimedia system (DVD player, TV, sound system), individual airflow, individual lighting. The "Higer" bus is booked for excursions, business trips, and corporate events.

HIGER KLQ6129Q (47 seats)

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The "Higer" bus is already a well-known new product made in China. The high level of build quality and rich basic equipment set Higer apart from other well-known bus brands. "Higer" is a modern bus that meets all the requirements of world standards. The "Higer" seats are soft and comfortable, with all the necessary adjustments: folding armrests, backrest tilt adjustment. "Higer" buses are equipped with a modern multimedia system (DVD player, TV, sound system), individual airflow, individual lighting, and a toilet. The "Higer" bus is booked for excursions, business trips, and corporate events.

Golden Dragon (57 seats)

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The Golden Dragon bus is a reliable and modern new generation bus, designed for the comfortable and safe movement of passengers to their destination. 57 passenger seats with the ability to adjust the backrest angle and width towards the central aisle, with footrests. Corrugated curtains on the passenger compartment windows. Individual lighting and ventilation system for passengers. Video-audio system TV/DVD, two 19-inch LCD monitors. Anti-slip quartz floor covering. Ten cabin heaters and air conditioning will provide passengers with comfort inside the bus at any time of the year. The bus has a refrigerator, cooler and toilet. Each seat is equipped with two USB ports. Any trip will be comfortable thanks to comfortable seats and good review, opening for passengers in panoramic windows!

Hyundai Universe (43 seats)

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"Hyundai Universe" is a tourist bus with increased comfort. The bus is equipped with a large amount of high-tech equipment that will make the trip as comfortable as possible for both passengers and the driver. The Hyundai Universe bus meets all modern safety requirements for vehicles of this class. This is a truly functional and comfortable bus with a modern design.

Yutong (45 seats)

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The "Yutong" bus can rightfully be called the most compact and maneuverable of a number of tourist models; it is adapted to Russian climatic and road conditions. "Yutong" buses are equipped with a modern multimedia system (DVD player, TV); soft reclining chairs; individual airflow; individual lighting.

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. This type of transport is significantly different from city buses.

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

When choosing a bus for a long excursion 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 - safe location in the ADS salon. When purchasing a ticket, the seats belong to the passengers in the same way as on the train, so they cannot be changed in the future. Seating layouts vary between buses.

Location of seats on buses

Long-distance buses are a popular type of transport, so many different modifications of such vehicles 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 plant at the same time may differ in both the number of seats and their location.

In particular, the standard MAN tourist bus 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 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 numbers 47 and 49.

The location of the seats on the MAN Lions Coach R 08 bus. The location of the seats on the MAN bus.

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

Seat arrangement in Seat arrangement in the Mercedes-Benz bus 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, or 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 need to carefully study the actual bus layout 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 occupying different seats on 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 purchasing 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 guidelines:

• The safest place is right behind the driver's seat. It is believed that when danger arises, the driver will subconsciously try to protect himself; accordingly, the opposite side comes under attack the fastest.
• The most comfortable and quiet places with good level security are located in the center of the cabin. This zone remains the most intact both in a head-on impact and in a rear-end collision. Even in the case of a side collision, the impact can hit the rear, bypassing the middle.
• Seats on the right side of the aisle, rather than by the 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 an airplane also apply to a bus: do not walk around the cabin while moving, especially during maneuvers; in case of shaking or a dangerous situation, you must lean forward and hide your head on your knees.

Where is it better not to take the bus?

Special scientific research this information has not been confirmed, but there are several types of seats where passengers really don’t like to sit:

• The last row of seats is notorious. This prejudice is quite logical, since the smell of burning and exhaust fumes is stronger here. The tail of the cabin moves more from side to side when moving and turning, and here there is more motion sickness. If you brake 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 interior suffers the most.

When choosing a ticket, you should ask whether the seats recline. There may also be places in the cabin where the backrest 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 next to 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 purchasing tickets, the details of seating in the cabin are not indicated. You can find out all the details about a particular bus from a travel agent, and for a conversation it is better to come to the company’s office in person. There they will be able to show you exact bus diagrams, seat layout plans, and tell you about what they would prefer to keep silent about when placing an order online.

So, you are probably wondering - what kind of buses are these on which you will make your wonderful trips to different cities and countries?
These are cars specially designed for tourism, which are produced by a variety of companies. You certainly know some, for example, Mercedes, Neoplan, but most companies that produce tourist buses (Van-Hool, Setra) are usually little known among people not involved in the tourism business, but at the same time, these companies are “monsters.” "in your area.

Moving away from stereotypes and big names, let's find out what buses exist for tourist trips? First of all, they can be divided into one-story, one-and-a-half and two-story. Decent companies that care about their clients use only one-and-a-half and double-decker buses, which are considered the most convenient for tourist purposes.

Differences between one and a half and double decker buses

The difference between these buses is that in a one-and-a-half-decker bus the floor with passengers is raised relative to the level of the drivers and is the only passenger floor, while on a 2-decker bus there is a first floor where passengers can also sit. Now let's move on to the interior of the bus. It is quite standard, although it may differ in some not very significant details. The seats are always positioned the same way, as shown in the photo, only the distance between them differs.

Interior of a modern bus

It depends on the class of the bus - the more stars, the greater the distance between the seats and the fewer seats there are. But in any case, there is enough space, in addition, you can always recline the back, or move the seats apart from each other. As for the number of seats on the bus, depending on the manufacturer, the number of seats varies slightly, but on average for a one and a half bus it is 42 seats, and for a two-story - 62 seats. There are also seats on the buses with a table, depending on the type of bus there may be a different number of them.

In addition to external data and the number of seats, buses differ in equipment, i.e. availability speaker system(music), video system (set: color monitors suspended from the ceiling, usually 2, 3 or 4, and a VCR), air conditioning, bio-toilet (although the toilet is always present).

This is what TVs look like now in the salon

And finally, it is worth adding that the undoubted advantages of tourist buses include the luggage compartment, which can accommodate a very large amount of a wide variety of luggage.

So, this is the main thing that can be said about the buses that travel companies offer.