FAQs
Frequently asked. Plain answers.
Why don't I see operator names?
Operator details — including their phone number and emergency contacts — are shared with you as soon as you pay the deposit. Until then they stay private, and yours do too, so you can compare prices without anyone being chased.
How do I make a booking?
<p>Our simple 3 step process makes searching and booking available vehicles a simple and efficient process.</p><p>To start simply enter your journey details in the search form at the top of many pages, including our home page.<br></p><p>You will then see the available vehicle options from a variety of companies, with prices, reviews and relevant details shown as available.</p><p>Click "book now" on your chosen vehicle, fill in your personal and payment details and submit and your vehicle will be confirmed.</p>
How does payment work?
A 25% deposit confirms your booking. The rest is charged automatically to the same payment method 7 days before you travel, and the date is shown on your trip page.
Why do you display lots of choices?
<p>We work with many of the leading transport operators who offer their vehicles for hire on our site.</p><p>Therefore we are able to offer a variety of different options for each request which may differ by price, size or transport operator who provides the vehicle.</p><p>This allows you to quickly and easily get multiple quotes and find the deal best for you, all from a single site.</p>
What if I need to cancel?
What comes back to you depends on how far ahead you cancel, measured against your departure:
- **14 days or more before departure:** you are refunded **everything you have paid**.
- **7 to 13 days before departure:** you are refunded **50% of the total trip price**, up to what you have actually paid at that point. If you have only paid the 25% deposit, that means the whole deposit comes back.
- **Less than 7 days before departure:** **no refund**.
You see the exact figure before you confirm the cancellation.
What vehicles do you provide?
<p>Hireabus.com is an online marketplace for transport options and we do not provide any vehicles directly ourselves.</p><p>We use a network of experienced and trusted transport operators who we have carefully vetted to meet our high standards.</p><p>All vehicles offered through hireabus.com will be clean and comfortable, meeting all legal regulations for the country where they are operating.</p><p>The smallest vehicles available start at around 8 seat minibuses up to around 53 seat coaches. If you need multiple vehicles or have special requirements please contact us and we will be in touch.</p>
Are quotes binding?
Yes. The price you accept is the price you pay. No surprise add-ons.
Can I message the operator?
Yes, through the platform. Phone numbers and emails are auto-redacted from chat.
