Blue Bird School Buses
Available in Texas
With a long-standing commitment to innovation and safety, Blue Bird has engineered some of the safest and most reliable school buses on the road today. Rush Bus Centers proudly offers a full lineup of Blue Bird Type A, C, and D school buses, available in multiple configurations to meet diverse transportation needs. The Blue Bird Vision and All American are available with diesel, gasoline, propane or electric powertrains, and come equipped with enhanced features designed to maximize safety, durability and efficiency.
School Buses
Blue Bird’s All American and Vision school buses are designed to reduce your total cost of ownership so you can put more money back into the classroom. Along with exceptional driver visibility and maneuverability, Blue Bird buses offer multiple powertrain options — and each bus is specially tailored to your unique needs.
Electric Buses
Blue Bird was first to market electric school buses in 1994. With advances in battery technology and reliable drivetrain systems, the Blue Bird Vision Electric and All American RE Electric buses continue their long-standing tradition of quality.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who manufactures Blue Bird buses?
Blue Bird buses are manufactured by Blue Bird Corporation, a leading manufacturer of school buses headquartered in Fort Valley, Georgia. Since building its first school bus in 1927, Blue Bird has become one of North America's most recognized school bus brands, producing Type A, Type C and Type D buses with diesel, gasoline, propane and electric powertrain options
What Blue Bird bus models are available?
Blue Bird offers a complete lineup of Type A, Type C and Type D buses designed to meet a variety of transportation needs.
- Blue Bird Vision: A Type C conventional school bus available with gasoline, diesel, propane or electric powertrains.
- Blue Bird All American FE: A front-engine Type D transit-style bus designed for high-capacity student transportation.
- Blue Bird All American RE: A rear-engine Type D transit-style bus that offers a quieter ride, increased passenger capacity and diesel or electric powertrain options.
- Micro Bird: Type A buses ideal for smaller passenger loads, special needs transportation and school activities.
Does Blue Bird offer electric school buses?
Yes. Blue Bird offers fully electric versions of the Vision and All American RE school buses. Electric buses produce zero tailpipe emissions, reduce fuel and maintenance costs, and provide a quieter driving experience for students and drivers. Both the Vision Electric and All American RE Electric offer a range of up to 150 miles and are powered by a 194 kWh Li-ION NMC battery.
How many passengers can Blue Bird buses hold?
Blue Bird buses are specifically tailored to each customer and are available in a wide variety of configurations and seating arrangements. Blue Bird's NextGen Seats can be easily removed, rearranged, and mixed and matched to allow for flexible, versatile seating arrangements.
The All American RE can accommodate up to 84 passengers, while the All American FE can hold up to 90 passengers. The Vision can fit up to 83 passengers in the diesel, propane and gasoline models, and the Vision Electric can hold up to 77 passengers.
What engine options are available for Blue Bird buses?
Blue Bird buses are available with diesel, gasoline, propane and electric powertrain options, depending on the model you choose.
Blue Bird's diesel buses are outfitted with either a Cummins B6.7 diesel engine (Vision, All American RE and All American FE) or a Cummins L9 diesel engine (All American RE). The Blue Bird Vision is also available with a Ford 7.3L V8 gasoline engine or a Ford 7.3L engine with a ROUSH CleanTech Liquid Propane Fuel System.
Which chassis are Blue Bird buses built on?
The All American and Vision are built on Blue Bird's exclusive purpose-built chassis, specifically designed for bus applications.
How much does a Blue Bird school bus cost?
The cost of a Blue Bird bus depends on several factors, including the model, seating capacity, powertrain, accessibility features, technology packages and other optional equipment. Whether you're purchasing a single bus or replacing an entire fleet, Rush Bus Centers can provide a customized quote based on your transportation needs.
Browse our available inventory or contact a Rush Bus Centers sales representative to request pricing.
What safety features are available on Blue Bird buses?
Blue Bird buses are designed to meet or exceed applicable U.S. and Canadian school bus safety standards. Depending on the model and configuration, available safety features include:
- Three-point seat belts
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Mobileye® collision mitigation technology
- Front and rear camera systems
- Integrated passenger safety cage
- One-piece steel roof construction
- Fully mounted rub rails
- Enhanced driver visibility
- E-Z Light Check System
What is the difference between the Blue Bird Vision and All American?
The Blue Bird Vision is a conventional Type C school bus with a front hood design, making it a popular choice for school districts seeking versatility, familiar driving characteristics and multiple fuel options.
The Blue Bird All American is a transit-style Type D bus available in front-engine (FE) and rear-engine (RE) configurations. It is designed for higher passenger capacity, improved maneuverability and increased driver visibility. The All American RE also provides a quieter ride by positioning the engine in the back.
Can I customize a Blue Bird bus?
Yes. Blue Bird buses can be configured to meet the specific needs of your fleet. Available options may include seating capacity and seat styles, wheelchair lifts and ADA accessibility equipment, driver assistance technologies, Alternative fuel options and Interior, and exterior equipment packages
Rush Bus Centers can help you build a bus that meets your operational, safety and budget requirements.
How many Blue Bird dealerships does Rush Bus Centers have?
Rush Bus Centers is the country’s premier bus dealer network and currently operates 23 full-service Blue Bird dealerships in Texas.
Is Rush Bus Centers certified to service and sell parts for Blue Bird buses?
Our Rush Bus Centers service departments are staffed by factory-trained, ASE-certified technicians qualified to work on type A, C and D buses. We currently have 25 dealerships certified to service and sell parts for Blue Bird buses.
