In modern bus fleets, you can find a huge number of modifications of buses, which differ not only in the number of seats, but also in the layout of their location 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 one year of manufacture may have a different number of seats and their numbering.
The only requirement for such actions is not to violate the established safety rules.
The most common seating arrangements in bus interiors long distance you can see in the photo:
Seat arrangement and numbering order in MAN touring cars
Tourist equipment MAN Lion'S has several modifications, which differ in the number of seats and the order of their numbering. The standard model has 59 seats. The 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 first row seats 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, seats - 25. The numbering in the cabin is very confused. The first three seats, located to the right of the driver and facing the passenger compartment, are numbered 23, 24, 25. Next on the left are numbers 5 and 6, placed parallel to the axis of the passenger compartment, and only after them are seats 1, 2, 3 located on the left side, 4. The right row starts with numbers 21, 22. Other options are possible.
The PAZ 4234 model belongs to small-class bus equipment. It provides 25 seats and 18 more passengers can ride standing up.
The photo of the seating layout inside the bus shows that all seats, except for the rear one on the right, are located in the direction of the car. In a modification that has 30 passenger seats, in front there are three combined seats facing inside the cabin. In the latter case, the numbers of the first three seats are 30, 1, 2. Seats 3 and 4 are located in a row on the left. Then all numbers follow in order.
In PAZ VECTOR NEXT, depending on the purpose (urban / suburban), several options for completing the internal space are provided.
Seats can be 17, 21, 25.
Seat layouts in KAvZ buses
KAvZ brand buses belong to the middle class vehicles 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 cabin. The numbers start from the first row, on the right side, from the seat located near the aisle.
Equipment KAVZ 4238 has, depending on the modification, 34, 35 or 39 seats. The numbering is standard. Models are used for suburban and intercity routes, as well as school cars.
LiAZ bus layout diagrams
Long-distance models LiAZ 525662 have 44 soft adjustable seats, located facing in the direction of travel. The numbering starts from the seat located in the first row on the right, near the aisle.
City 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 provide a quick and convenient entry / exit of passengers.
Seat arrangement options in Hyundai buses
Hyundai Universe large-capacity tourist buses have 43 or 47 passenger seats, separated from the driver's seat by a solid partition. To the right of the driver is a seat for the guide. Numbers start from the left seat of the first row.
At YarCamp, you can choose a passenger bus for city, suburban, intercity routes with the required cabin layout. Most models are in stock.
Excursion tourism seems to be specially designed for bus tours. Today, this type of travel is becoming increasingly popular. Comfortable buses long-distance routes allow you to enjoy the pleasure of learning new things while traveling. Such transport differs significantly from city buses.
Long-distance buses are equipped with special soft seats, with reclining backrests and armrests. They have a cavity for carrying passengers' goods, including shelves above the seats and a large space under the floor of the passenger compartment. The cabin itself may not only have a chemical toilet, but also a cold and hot water dispenser, a mini-fridge, a TV screen and other devices in order to make the trip comfortable.
When choosing a bus for a long excursion tour it is necessary 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 cabin. When buying a ticket, the seats belong to the passengers in the same way as on the train, so it will not be possible to change them in the future. The seating arrangement varies from bus to bus.
Location of seats on buses
Long-distance buses are a popular mode of transport, so many different modifications of such cars 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 factory at the same time may differ in both the number of seats and their location.
In particular, the MAN special tourist bus in the standard model 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 the 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 the numbers 47 and 49.
Seat arrangement in the MAN Lions Coach R 08 bus Seat arrangement in the MAN bus
Such differences can be found in buses of all brands. For example, a small Mercedes 22360C is designed for 20 seats, and the numbering order is confused. The first places 1 and 2 are located behind the driver, and the places next to him are numbered 19 and 20. Further rows are numbered from right to left. Another bus from the same manufacturer, Mersedes-Benz 0303, is numbered from left to right and can accommodate 45 seated passengers.
Seat arrangement in the Seat arrangement in the bus Mersedes-Benz 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, 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 must carefully study the real scheme of the bus 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 who occupy different seats in 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 buying 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 tips:
- The safest place is just behind the driver's seat. It is believed that in the event of a danger, the driver will subconsciously try to protect himself, respectively, the opposite side gets hit the fastest.
- The most comfortable and peaceful places with good level security are located in the center of the cabin. This zone remains the most intact both in a frontal impact and in a rear-end collision. Even in the event of a side impact, the impact can hit the rear, bypassing the middle.
- Seat by right side at the aisle, and not at the window, are considered safer than on the left.
It is also useful to inquire about the safety of the passenger seats themselves. The safety rules in the cabin of the aircraft also apply to the bus: do not walk around the cabin while driving, especially during maneuvers, in case of shaking or a dangerous situation, you must lean forward and hide your head on your knees.
Where is the best place to take the bus?
This information has not been confirmed by special scientific studies, but there are several types of seats where passengers really do not like to sit:
- The last row of seats is notorious. This prejudice is quite logical, since the smell of burning and exhaust gases is stronger here. The tail of the cabin shifts more from side to side when moving and turning, it is more motion sick here. When braking 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 cabin suffers the most.
When choosing a ticket, you should ask if the seats recline. There may be places in the cabin where the back 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 chairs are installed on an unloved last row or next to the door in the middle of the bus. The place near 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 buying tickets, the features of accommodation in the cabin are not indicated. You can also find out all the details about a particular bus from a travel agent, and for a conversation it is better to personally come to the company's office. There they will be able to show you the exact bus maps, location plans, tell you about what they prefer to keep silent about when ordering via the Internet.
So, you are probably wondering - what are these buses 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 wide variety of companies. You certainly know some, for example, Mercedes, Neoplan, but most of the companies that produce tourist buses (Van-Hool, Setra) are usually little known among people not related to 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 kind of buses exist for tourist trips? First of all, they can be divided into one-story, one-and-a-half and two-story. In decent companies that take care of their customers, only one-and-a-half and double-decker buses are used, 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 bus the floor with passengers is raised relative to the level of the drivers and is the only passenger floor, while on a 2-story 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 the same, 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 it has. But in any case, there is enough space, in addition, you can always recline or push the seats apart. As for the number of seats on the bus, the number of seats varies slightly depending on the manufacturer, but on average for a one and a half bus it is 42 seats, and for a two-story - 62 seats. There are also places with a table on the buses, 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 their configuration, i.e. the presence of an acoustic system (music), video system (set: color monitors suspended from the ceiling, usually 2, 3 or 4, and a video recorder), air conditioning, bio-toilet (although there is always a toilet).
This is how the TVs in the cabin now look
And finally, it is worth adding that to the undoubted advantages tourist buses applies luggage compartment, which accommodates a very large amount of a wide variety of luggage.
So, this is the main thing that can be said about the buses offered by travel companies.
A long-distance bus is a highly comfortable vehicle that transports passengers over long distances.
Differences between long-distance buses and city and suburban buses
The long-distance bus has a number of features:
Long travel times and infrequent stops;
- you can carry a large amount of luggage in a special compartment under the floor; there are shelves in the cabin for hand luggage;
- lack of standing places;
- the seats are equipped with soft armrests, the passenger can take a semi-lying position thanks to the tilt-adjustable backrest, and a small folding table with a cup holder is often mounted in the back of the seat;
- at each place there are individual lighting lamps and ventilation curtains;
- the bus can be equipped with a chemical toilet, a water dispenser, a refrigerator, a microwave, a small bar, a wardrobe, air conditioning, sometimes even a shower.
Safe and dangerous places on the bus
If the bus is equipped with a reliable system with advanced security or not, the passengers are trying to choose the right place in the bus so far the road was very safe and not particularly tedious.
You should not choose the very last seats on the bus, because that's where a lot of burning gets into. After sitting in the back seats for 3-4 hours, you can get a serious poisoning of the body with exhaust gases, and besides, there is severe motion sickness. And in case of sudden braking of the bus or an accident, you can easily jump off your seat and fly into the aisle, getting injured.
It is not advisable to occupy the first row of seats located next to the door. If you have paid attention to windshields regular buses - there are practically none of them.
The windshield often get small stones, and in rare cases they can flash through it and injure a passenger.
The safest places on a long-distance bus are considered to be those in the center of the passenger compartment, since in an accident, collisions are often head-on, or a blow occurs in the back of the car. Those places that are located on the right side of the cabin, near the aisle are also safe - they are located further than others from oncoming traffic.
Well, the opinion of almost all drivers is the same - the safest place is located behind the driver's seat, because in an unforeseen situation, a person will intuitively save himself first of all.
Bus tours are very popular today, and more and more people prefer the romance of traveling in comfortable ADS (long-distance buses) to air travel. This type of transport has a number of features, compared with the usual city buses and fixed-route taxis. First of all, tourist buses are equipped with comfortable soft seats with armrests. In addition, the ADS has the ability to carry oversized cargo, for this there are special compartments under the floor and shelves located in the cabin. There are also buses that have chemical toilets, water dispensers, refrigerators and more.
All these factors must be taken into account if you are planning a long bus trip. And of course, you need to choose the optimal and safest location in the ADS, especially considering that the seat is “assigned” to the passenger until the end of the trip and cannot be changed. Based on this, it will be useful to know the location of the seats on the bus, the scheme of which may differ. And think about it: maybe you should ask about the availability of free seats on a long-distance train so that the trip brings only positive emotions.
Location of seats on buses
In the bus fleets of travel companies, you can find a huge number of a wide variety of regular buses that differ in modification. A single numbering of seats in a long-distance bus, the scheme of which would be the only one, has not yet been invented, and today different carriers have the right to equip ADS at their discretion. Moreover, even buses of the same brand, same year of manufacture and upholstery color can have a different number of seats. Therefore, to the question “How many seats are on the bus?” can only be answered approximately.
For example, if we take a MAN tourist bus, the layout of seats in it can differ significantly. In a typical model, there will be 59 of them, with the numbering starting from the first right seat. And if you go to MAN Lion's Coach R 08, designed for 49 passengers, the first place will be in the second row on the right. The front two seats will be numbered 46 and 47. As you can see, even where you sit depends on the brand of ADS.
The same applies to other brands of buses. For example, in a small typical Mercedes 22360C there are 20 seats, while they are numbered generally chaotically, namely: two seats located next to the driver have numbers 19 and 20, 1 and 2 seats are located behind the bus driver, and then the numbering of seats on the bus goes to the right- left. But, if you transfer to a Mercedes-Benz 0303, designed for 45 passengers, then the seats will be numbered from left to right.
As you can see, the layout of seats in long-distance buses may differ depending on the ADS model. But, this is not the only nuance, the carrier can also make design changes by adding office space, dry closet and more. In this case, the scheme will again undergo changes.
Therefore, before buying a ticket, it will not be superfluous to check with a particular carrier the location of the seats.
Let us give as an example several seating arrangements for the most commonly used buses in Russia.
The presented schemes are taken from the website of the State Unitary Enterprise SO "Sverdlovsk Regional Association of Passenger Vehicles". On the same site you can find diagrams of other buses.
But in addition to your convenience, you must also take into account safety, the choice of the right place also depends on this parameter.
Where is the safest place to sit on a long-distance bus?
Since the news reports are full of news about accidents involving tour buses, you should carefully choose the area in which you plan to sit.
In order to choose the safest seats on a long-distance bus, the following recommendations should be considered:
- As with driving a car, the seat immediately behind the driver's seat is considered the safest. This is due to the fact that in an unforeseen situation, the driver on a subconscious level tries to evade danger in order to protect his life. Accordingly, "under attack" most often falls on the opposite side of the vehicle.
- Best Places in the long-distance bus are located in the center of the cabin. In the event of a frontal collision or impact that could hit the back of the bus, this is the area that will remain the most undamaged.
- Having learned from the carrier how the seats are located on the bus, try to give preference to the seats installed on the right side of the passenger compartment (near the aisle).
This is with regard to the preferred zones in vehicle. But, recommendations about the most dangerous chairs will be no less useful.
Where is the best place to take the bus?
There are places in the ADS that experienced tourists prefer to refuse, namely:
- Last seats. A lot of burning accumulates in this area, and after a few hours of driving like this, you risk getting exhaust poisoning. In addition, in the back of the bus, the motion sickness is stronger, and with sudden braking, the ADS can fly out into the aisle.
- First row (next to the door or driver). In a head-on collision, this area suffers most often, so even despite good visibility, it is better to refuse such an arrangement.
When communicating with a travel agent, check for non-reclining seats. Decent carriers prefer not to sell tickets for such seats at all, using them for other purposes, but there are those who will not miss the profit. Usually such places are located at the end of the ADF, as well as in front of the exit in the middle of the cabin.
Consider the time of the year in which you plan your tourist trip. In winter, it is better not to sit down immediately after the exit, so as not to suffer from cold air currents. And if you prefer to get off first at stops to drink hot tea, then it's better to sit down before the exit. This is usually the warmest place.
In custody
As you can see, the location of the seats on the long-distance bus is very important, but to find out exactly the layout, it is best to go to the travel agent's office and ask for a detailed seating plan. Be careful when buying the cheapest tickets, as they are often sold to the most inconvenient and unsafe seats.
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Complete set of the car "Mercedes Sprinter passenger"
| 1 | Full glazing of the body (glued glass). |
| 2 | Thermal and sound insulation of the ceiling, floor, doors, walls. |
| 3 | Ventilation emergency metal hatch. |
| 4 | Interior lighting. |
| 5 | Passenger seats with high back (upholstery in treplined fabric) with seat belts. |
| 6 | Interior trim plastic composite panels. |
| 7 | Antifreeze type interior heater, 8 kW with flow distribution for 3 deflectors. |
| 8 | Flooring plywood + floor, anti-slip coating. |
| 9 | Rear door lock. |
| 10 | Salon handrails. |
| 11 | Side stand. |
| 12 | Extraction system. |
| 13 | Emergency hammers (2 pcs). |
| 14 | The electric drive of a movable door rack. |
Car interior diagram
Depending on the vehicles that are used for conversion into vehicles for transporting passengers, the InvestAuto Special Vehicles Plant offers the following options for interior layouts.
Note:
The number of seats is the seats in the cabin + the seats next to the driver (in the cab) + the driver's seat Seat dimensions:
Length: 540 mm Width: 410 mm Depth: 410 mm
Foreign cars
Options for the layout of the vehicle interior for the carriage of passengers based on the length L4 (long base with increased rear overhang).
Mercedes Sprinter base car
| Smoothly adjustable system heating and ventilation with 4-stage fan control and two additional deflectors for the distribution of fresh air |
| Easy loading thanks to rear hinged doors with opening angle up to 180° |
| Driver's seat with a rich set of adjustments for optimal positioning |
| Steering with rack and pinion and hydraulic booster |
| Central locking with remote control |
| 16" tires in size 235/65 R 16 (on the variant gross weight 3.5 t) |
| Head restraints with two-stage adjustment and fabric upholstery, on all seats |
| ADAPTIVE ESP® incl. abs, traction control system(ASR) electronic system distribution braking force(EBV) and emergency braking system (BAS) |
| Adaptive brake lights |
| Airbag (for driver) |
| Anti-recoil system for vehicles with automatic transmission |
| Three-point seat belts in all seats, for the driver's seat and single front passenger seat - with pretensioners and limiters |
| Front wheel independent suspension |
| Burnt out lamp warning system |
| Front suspension stabilizer (optional for 3.0 t version) |
| Headlight range adjustment |
| Laminated safety windshield |
| Number of cylinders | 6 | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder arrangement | V 72° | row | row |
| Number of valves | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Displacement (cm3) | 2.987 | 2.148 | 1.796 |
| Power (kW / hp) at rpm. | 135/184 at 3800 | 65/88 at 3800 | 115/156 at 5000 |
| Rated torque (Nm) | 400 | 220 | 240 |
| Volume of cargo space, (m3) | 11,5 | 15,5 | |
| Type of fuel | diesel | diesel | super gasoline |
| Tank capacity (l) | ok 75 | ok 75 | ok 100 |
| Fuel system | microprocessor-controlled direct injection system with common rail power system, turbocharging and charge air cooling | microprocessor injection | |
| Battery (V/Ah) | 12/ 100 | 12/ 74 | 12/ 74 |
| Generator (V/A) | 14/ 180 | 14/ 90 | 14/ 150 |
| Drive unit | rear 4x2, full 4x4 | rear 4x2 | rear 4x2 |
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Layout and numbering of seats on buses
This section presents typical schemes for the location and numbering of seats on buses. In individual buses, the actual location and numbering of seats may differ depending on the modification.
Select bus brand Andare Daewoo Fiat Ford Golden Dragon Haiger Hyundai Isuzu Bogdan Iveco Karosa Kia Man Mercedes Neoplan Peugeot Scania Setra Shenlog Sang Yong Volvo Yutong GAZ Ikarus KAVZ LAZ LIAZ Nefaz PAZ Miscellaneous
ANDARE 850
Total capacity: 47
Seats: 47
DAEWOO BH120
Total capacity: 37
Seats: 37
Daewoo BS 106
Total capacity: 43
Seats: 43
FIAT DUCATO
Total capacity: 18
Seats: 18
FIAT DUCATO BUS
Total capacity: 14
Seats: 14
FORD 222700 Transit
Total capacity: 16
Seats: 16
FORD 222702
Total capacity: 18
Seats: 18
GOLDEN DRAGON
Total capacity: 29
Seats: 29
GOLDEN DRAGON
Total capacity: 43
Seats: 43
GOLDEN DRAGON
Total capacity: 50
Seats: 50
HIGER KING-LONG
Total capacity: 35
Seats: 35
HIGER KLQ 6109Q
Total capacity: 41
Seats: 41
HIGER
Total capacity: 23
Seats: 23
HYUNDAI AERO SPACE
Total capacity: 43
Seats: 43
HYUNDAI UNIVERSE
Total capacity: 45
Seats: 45
HYUNDAI AERO TOWN
Total capacity: 33
Seats: 33
HYUNDAI COUNTY
Total capacity: 18
Seats: 18
Isuzu Bogdan A 09214
Total capacity: 26
Seats: 26
Isuzu Bogdan A 09212
Total capacity: 35
Seats: 27
Iveco 211GS-15
Total capacity: 20
Seats: 20
Karosa C934.1351
Total capacity: 43
Seats: 43
Karosa C956.1074
Total capacity: 49
Seats: 49
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Bus Gazelle Next | GAZelle NEXT club
The Gazelle Next minibus based on an all-metal van is designed to accommodate 16 seats. The new generation of Next buses is maximally adapted to ensure that passengers experience comfort and complete safety.
The bus is designed for increased convenience when entering and exiting the cabin, for this, the manufacturers have laid down several points:
- the salon is equipped with a high ceiling of 1.90m;
- high side door;
- at the entrance is equipped with a low step;
- ergonomically positioned seats with seat belts;
- lighting with LEDs;
- panoramic glazing system.
In summer, the temperature in the cabin is maintained by air conditioning, and in winter by a heating system of 3 units. The power elements of the car in the body part, which may be subject to deformation during transportation, were equipped with increased rigidity. The body of the Next bus is galvanized steel, some elements were replaced with high-strength plastic. Thanks to these materials, the Gazelle is protected from corrosion and functional abilities are increased.
The generation of Gazelles Next was improved with new technologies, which have a good effect during operation:
- application of Atsumitec Toyota Tsusho remote drive;
- 80 liter plastic fuel tank;
- The rear suspension was equipped with Mango shock absorbers and updated suspension brackets;
- The frame is equipped with top and bottom reinforcements.
Updating and introducing new technologies allows the Gazelle Next to drive smoothly on roads with any surface, while the driver and passengers feel calm and comfortable. The new van was created using old developments that have proven their reliability. For example, the new Gazelle Next uses a chassis from a similar 2013 model. For ease of control of the van, the following systems were involved:
- The driver's seat is adjustable in 5 positions;
- The driver's cabin is comfortable and spacious;
- The brake is designed for twice the power;
- Rack and pinion steering system;
- The front suspension is independent linkage.
The engines in the new Gazelle will be used diesel and gasoline: Cummins ISF 2.8 and Evotech 2.7, which have previously been used in the Next family.
Dimensions
Specifications
body colors
Price
To buy GAZelle NEXT find official dealer GAZ in your city, on our website this can be done on the GAZ dealers page
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Why is there no seating chart on the site on the bus?
Question: Why is there no seating chart on the website on the bus?
Unfortunately, there is no single standard for numbering seats on buses. Based on a survey of Novosibirsk carriers, it turned out that 6 different ways numbering of seats in the cabin. Even the same carrier may have buses with different numbering systems. Below are numbering examples that we found on the Internet and combined into a single drawing.
The problem is aggravated by the fact that different brands and models of buses have different seating arrangements and in most cases it is impossible to predict in advance which bus will go on a trip. According to the agreement with the bus station, the carrier is obliged to put on a flight 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 having the correct seat maps in hand, it is impossible to indicate the desired one, since the make and model of the bus are not known in advance.
After comprehensively analyzing the task, we came to the conclusion that we are not able to implement it with a satisfactory result. We know that on some competitor sites, the seat map is indicated. We also know that this led to scandals, since the information provided turned out to be unreliable.