School Minibus Hire in the North East
Safe, punctual, and professional transport for students. We provide reliable minibus hire for schools and colleges in Sunderland, Newcastle, and surrounding areas. Request a quote for your next educational trip or regular contract run.
DBS-Checked Drivers for School & College Groups
D&G Minibus & Van Hire provides school minibus hire with driver across the North East, supporting schools, colleges and education trips with a service built around safety, reliability and clear communication. We cover Sunderland, Newcastle, and surrounding towns, with UK-wide travel available for trips and fixtures.
You’ll be dealing with a family-run business with 10+ years’ experience, licensed PSV drivers, DBS-checked drivers, and 200+ five-star reviews — with a strong focus on passenger safety and punctuality.
- North East pick-ups (Sunderland, Newcastle + surrounding areas)
- 8–16 seater minibuses to match your group size
- One-way or return weekend travel
- 24/7 service for flexible departure/return times
Arranging School or College Transport
Send the trip date/time, pick-up location, destination, and numbers travelling, and we’ll confirm the right vehicle size (8–16 seats) and timings. We cover the full North East, including Gateshead, Washington, South Shields, Durham, Chester le Street, Seaham, Peterlee, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough and more.
For education clients, we can also support regular runs and contract work where needed. More notice is preferred, but if you’ve been let down last minute, still contact us — we’ll check availability. Prefer to speak? Call 07511053350.
Travel With Confidence
Book with confidence. We’re a family-run operator with professional PSV drivers, the right cover in place, and a proven track record across the North East.
Professional, fully licensed PSV drivers on every journey — safety-first and experienced with group transport.
Fully insured for passenger transport, with public liability cover in place for added peace of mind.
Family-run and trusted locally for over a decade — reliable pick-ups, smooth journeys, clear communication.
Rated highly by customers for clean vehicles, friendly service and on-time arrivals — booking made easy.
Professional, fully licensed PSV drivers on every journey — safety-first and experienced with group transport.
Fully insured for passenger transport, with public liability cover in place for added peace of mind.
Family-run and trusted locally for over a decade — reliable pick-ups, smooth journeys, clear communication.
Rated highly by customers for clean vehicles, friendly service and on-time arrivals — booking made easy.
Request a Quote for School Transport
Share your pick-up area, destination, date/time and passenger numbers — we’ll confirm availability and get back to you with a clear, no-pressure quote.
FAQs About Our Minibus Hire With Driver
Straight answers on timings, pick-ups, vehicle sizes (8–16 seats) and how to book across the North East.
Yes — it’s with driver only. No self-drive.
Yes — drivers are DBS checked and licensed PSV.
Yes — we operate across the North East, including Sunderland, Newcastle, Gateshead, Washington, Durham and surrounding towns.
Yes — we do both one-off trips and short-term / long-term contract work.
Yes — we cover college and university trips, plus sports fixtures and events.
Pick-up date/time, pick-up address, destination, one-way or return, number of people, and return time/date where needed.
Often yes — provide the addresses and required timings.
Yes — we operate 24/7, but school jobs are always planned around your required schedule.
We have 8 to 16-seater minibuses.
We have public liability insurance, and journeys are handled by licensed PSV drivers.
Not quite what you’re looking for?
Not sure which service fits? Explore the options below, or message us with your pick-up area, destination and group size and we’ll point you to the right choice.