ChildcareBus.com

Now available at special pricing — ready for immediate delivery.

New 2024 GMC Collins
14 Passenger

New 2024 GMC Collins

Factory fresh and built for safety. In stock and ready for delivery.

Explore interior seating and driver area in 360°.

Used Childcare Buses

Budget-friendly options—inspected and ready to roll.

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14 Passenger

2018 Ford Collins

Available in Kankakee. Ready for delivery.

14 Passenger

2019 Chevrolet Starcraft

Available in Kankakee. Ready for delivery.

14 Passenger

2019 Chevrolet Starcraft

Rear luggage compartment, serviced & inspected.

Why Choose Midwest Transit for Childcare?

Trusted by more customers. Backed by more experience. Get the right bus fast—then keep it ready to roll with nationwide support.

Availability

In Stock

Skip long lead times. Select models on the lot with limited-time pricing and fast delivery.

Safety

Purpose-Built

Meets childcare transport standards with proper seating, restraints, lighting, and visibility.

Support

Service & Parts

From warranty to wear items, our Service Support Group reduces downtime and keeps routes on schedule.

Safety & Standards

Built for Childcare Programs

  • Child Restraint Seats
  • Rear Emergency Exit Door
  • Back-Up Alarm
  • 2.5 lb fire extinguisher in driver's area
  • First Aid Kit and Emergency Supplies
  • Emergency Exits & Child-Safe Locks
  • Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

Ask for the full safety info for your chosen model.

Flexible Options

Financing & Leasing

Spread costs with predictable payments. Our specialists help match terms to your budget and timeline.

What Customers Say

“I wanted to take a moment and thank you for your helping us get our Childcare Bus. The transaction went very smoothly and it was a pleasure doing business with you!”
— Ron C, Managing Director & Board President
“Parts and service are always helping me out. Whether I need a replacement part or providing a service fixing something on one of my buses. I'd recommend them.”
— Rick, South Holland IL
“They know buses. They are very willing to work with you on your needs and learn about what they need to do to make the buses right for your area.”
— Tyler W., Marshall MI

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a CDL to drive a childcare bus?

In most states, a CDL isn’t required to operate a bus that carries fewer than 15 passengers. However, regulations can vary, and our team can help you confirm the requirements in your area.

How quickly can you deliver?

In-stock units can be delivered quickly—often within days depending on location and prep.

Can I get custom graphics?

Yes. We offer custom vehicle graphics for all budgets! This is a great way to advertise your childcare center while you drive.

Nationwide Support
Backed by Parts & Service

From warranty to maintenance, our teams keep your buses ready to roll. As the #1 Volume Bus Dealer in the United States, Midwest Transit Equipment has nearly 50 years of experience selling and servicing quality new and used buses.

Ready to Get Started?

Contact Brent Chenoweth for pricing, availability, and expert help finding the right childcare bus.

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Testimonials

Outstanding Communication and Service

Chris
Nixa, MO
12-2-2025
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

The team does an excellent job communicating about purchase orders and parts availability. They are quick to respond, great at sourcing parts even the hard-to-find ones, and always willing to go the extra mile. I have no complaints; they are knocking it out of the park. Shoutout to John and Zach for doing a great job!

Teamwork That Keeps Us Rolling

Jennifer Murphy
Whitestown, IN
12-2-2025
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Keeping our buses running safely and on time takes a lot of teamwork - and quick, reliable service makes all the difference. When you want to do the best, you partner with the best

Midwest is great

Rick
South Holland, IL
4-12-2025
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Parts and service are always helping me out. Whether I need a replacement part for my fleet or providing a service fixing something on one of my buses. I'd recommend them. They're busy, but service is quality and everyone is always friendly.

Great company

Jason Klarer
Kankakee, IL
1-14-2025
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Midwest transit is a great company! Thanks John, for your all-star team.

Great to do business with

Diffy Smooth
South Holland, IL
9-8-2023
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Eric and Jason really know their bus stuff! Great to do business with!

Quick Fix and Great Service – Thanks Wally!

Marty Mussotter
Milwaukee, WI
7-22-2023
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Had an air conditioning condenser for our bus! Thanks Wally

No Complaints

Eric
South Holland, IL
7-17-2023
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Always great in getting our bus back to our facility as quick as possible. Never had an issue or complaint with their service.

Exceptional Team, Start to Finish

Special Geek40
Marshall, MI
9-27-2022
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Let's begin in the Receptionist department - Excellent, friendly and Great attitude. Now parts department - Friendly, Great attitude and more. Garage department - Just WOW. Blew me away with friendliness. Now let's talk service Manager - Knows his stuff, no questions. Great, friendly and Very Helpful. Now Facility Manager, I wish i knew even Half of the Stuff he does. His mind must always be going, thinking, researching and So much Experience. Just Makes me humble to be in the same Room with him.

Friendly staff

Sydrana Marshall
Swansea, IL
9-15-2022
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Nice friendly staff

Helpful

Julie Hutchins
Kankakee, IL
6-6-2022
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Very friendly and helpful!

Very knowledgeable

Tyler Wagner
Marshall, MI
7-1-2022
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

They know buses. They are very willing to work with you on your needs and learn about what they need to do to make the buses right for your area. They are also very helpful and understanding when something needs changed.

A Decade of Excellence with Midwest Transit

Shenise Berry
South Holland, IL
4-2-2022
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Midwest Transit has been good to me. Their staff's professionalism from bus purchases to service to parts is perfect (and I'm not easily pleased) I've never gone wrong in my 10 years of dealing with this company. Keep it great Midwest Transit! Berry N Transit Rentals, Shenise Berry

Staff is nice and friendly

Martin
Google
2-12-2022
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

I been done there 3 times I love going to there location I work for a school bus company the first time I drove a bus back to Waukegan I loved the drive the busses are great they handle easily good staff nice and friendly

Always Great

Mair MaryEllen
South Holland, IL
2-3-2022
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Always a great job from Tim & Ken!

Dave Hoffman went above and beyond

Rachel Curtis
1-11-2022
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Dave Hoffman went up and beyond for us in a time of need. Wonderful employee.

Excellent bus dealership

Jeff Dickey
Whitestown, IN
12-30-2021
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Midwest transit is an excellent bus dealership. We deliver a lot of units for them and the personnel on each location is a pleasure to deal with. I have to single out Tom he went above and beyond for me today I appreciate it.

Reliable Service That Keeps Us Rolling

Steven Roosevelt
Nixa, MO
11-1-2021
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Another bus driver and I drove up to this business where our Buses are serviced and warranty work is done. So we drove up there to retrieve one of our Schools Buses and bring it back to Joplin to get placed back into service. This business is on top of what they do and they do a spectacular job.

Wonderful experience

Robyn N
Marshall, MI
8-1-2021
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Awesome people and great service! They made buying a bus a wonderful experience and went out of their way to accommodate us. The Marshall facility is top notch. They have terrific staff in all departments. I would give a shout out to the employees that provided exceptional service, but I would just be naming them all.

Courteous

Jorge Arevalo
Google
7-17-2021
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

They were courteous with my arrival for our company purchase

Efficient Service

Irving Bell
Google
6-16-2021
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Very efficient and professional.

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Contact Brent at [email protected] or (800) 933-2412