Some people call it a mini coach or commuter while others refer to it as a microbus. If you’re in the United Kingdom, minibus simply refers to any full-sized van or panel truck capable of carrying passengers. In general, a mini bus is a small motor vehicle big enough to transport around ten to fifteen passengers – that’s way more people than a minivan, a regular car or multi-purpose vehicle could carry.

Of course, you can’t compare it with a full-sized bus which can seat more than fifteen passengers at one time. But you see, no matter how small, there are actually plenty of business ideas out there to make money from a mini bus aside from transporting people from one point to another. Check out these concepts suggested below.

Turn Your Mini Bus Into an Income-generating Business

Are you looking to generate extra income with your mini bus just sitting idly in your garage? Or are you thinking of a total change of career? Or else, if you’ve been affected by the global health crisis and found yourself out of work, here are ways to start earning again using your mini bus. While passenger service is the first and foremost strategy, try to venture into the sector that moves or hauls goods or delivers food.

Moving and hauling items

Whether lifting light or heavy objects, it doesn’t matter as long as you are willing to move and haul certain goods from one destination to another. Of course, you have to consider limitations to your capacity but never overdo it if you think that lifting super-heavy objects may take a toll on your health. Truth be told, your mini bus can only take so much.

Think about connecting with a logistics company to make things much easier. Or in the long run, you can open your own logistics team once you have learned the secrets of the trade. In the meantime, you’re lucky because nowadays, you can easily install useful apps that can connect you to companies that are engaged in moving and hauling services including on-demand deliveries.

Food delivery service

With the kind of lifestyle most people are having today, many would just prefer to order food and have them delivered while they stay at home for work or business of some kind. Likewise, since most of the brick and mortar restaurants these days are only ‘half-open’ or are catering to only a limited number of customers, they look for food delivery services to cater to the needs of the vast population who are staying at home.

What you can do is to offer your services to a restaurant or fast-food store. The best part, while being paid, you’re also enjoying flexibility since you are in full control of your schedule. Think of fulfillment both physically and financially!

Bus driver service

Being able to drive your own vehicle at the same time earning income is one of the satisfying ways to earn a living these days. If you link with Uber and other similar services, you’ll be able to ask for higher charges and earn more with fewer trips.

Driving for Uber equates to higher earnings if you yourself feel comfortable driving people around. The flexibility it provides is perfect if you are the type who’s struggling to balance work and family life. You can drive for as long as you’re willing and on days you want to. 

If you want to stay firm in such a business, be a top-notch driver by driving safely and efficiently. Your passengers will be rating you from which the Uber company will determine the length of your service. If you fail the ratings, you’re likely to be terminated. 

Another better option would be to offer your services to a school or home for the elderlies as a driver.

Mini bus rental service

Thinking about letting others drive your vehicle could be a bit daunting and yet, if you rent out your mini bus, it’s also a great way to earn cash. The advantage is that you get the pay and not do any work yourself. Of course, you need to establish the safety nets first before you decide to rent out your bus to total strangers.

Or else, engage in a bus rental service where you can drive it personally. You can take your passengers to major sightseeing destinations at an agreed fee and time duration. But before you do that, you would require a hefty investment to turn your small vehicle into a luxury tourist bus.

In addition, you can promote your vehicle rental services on legit easy to use platforms today like Turo. Take advantage of the benefits they offer once they rent your bus. However, make sure that your vehicle is properly protected in the event of road mishaps.

Food business

Transforming your mini bus into some sort of a kitchen on the road is another money-making idea. But it depends on where you live and how often you can drive around selling food. If you think you only have a limited space and equipment, just connect with a local bakery or a traditional restaurant for the items to sell instead of preparing and cooking food yourself. Nonetheless, before you venture into the business, ensure that you have a well-researched business plan to guide you all the way. And above all, be ready to purchase equipment and utensils where needed.