Care Home Minibuses Designed with Patients in Mind

At The Minibus Centre, we specialise in providing high-quality reliable minibuses for care homes, nursing homes and residential care facilities across the UK. Our focus is on delivering safe, comfortable and wheelchair-accessible minibuses designed to meet the unique transport needs of the care industry. Plus, our road-ready wheelchair-accessible minibuses and Patient Transport Service (PTS) vehicles are available to purchase or lease with our flexible finance options, allowing your residents to travel securely to medical appointments, social outings or day-to-day activities.

Our Range of Care Home Minibuses

Explore our range of vehicles which allow any standard licence holder to take the wheel of our lightweight FlexiLite and Ford Independence, eliminating the need for additional D1 licence training.

Ford Independence

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Up to 7 Seats

2 Wheelchairs

Ford Independence PTS

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7 Seats

1 Wheelchairs

FlexiLite™ Minibus

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Up to 17 Seats

Up to 4 Wheelchairs

Your Trusted Partner in Care Home Transport

With 20 years of experience in care industry transport, our team offers expert advice and tailored transport solutions to help you find the perfect minibus to suit your needs. As your trusted minibus partner, you can rely on us for expertly adapted, safety tested and bespoke patient transport solutions which are fully compliant.

Accessible Travel Solutions

High Visibility Grab Handles

Brightly coloured grab handles and grab rail lighting provide extra safety for residents with sight impairments, making boarding and exiting easier.

Inclusive Wheelchair Access

Folding rear ramps and electric tail lifts ensure smooth and hassle-free wheelchair access and stow away neatly for convenience.

Easy-to-Clean Interior

Wipeable seat finishes allow for quick and efficient cleaning, ideal for the healthcare and residential care sector.

Enhanced Passenger Safety

PAS approved wheelchair restraints, three-point seatbelts, and electric and manual side steps, keep all passengers secure for a safe and comfortable journey.

Funding Your Care Home Minibus

Enrich your residents’ lives and make transportation simpler with The Minibus Centre and our flexible finance options. We offer both purchase and leasing plans across our full range of vehicles including our PTS vehicles, trademarked lightweight minibus and wheelchair-accessible minibuses. Whether you’re looking to buy outright or prefer the convenience of leasing, we provide affordable and tailored finance solutions to suit your needs. Our team is ready to help you find the right option.

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Customer Testimonials

“The Minibus Centre has helped us endlessly. We are now in the position to take our residents on outings and we could not be happier. The minibus is life-changing for the people that we proudly care for. The difference in having wheelchair-accessible transport is like nothing else. One vehicle can change people’s lives. The Minibus Centre was very helpful throughout the purchase of our new minibus. Their willingness to help coupled with their friendly and approachable demeanour was nothing short of exemplary.”

– Kelly, QME Care Home, Kelso, Scottish Borders

“I stumbled upon The Minibus Centre online, and my initial contact with them left a lasting impression. I was particularly impressed by the knowledge and professionalism of the sales manager, Iain. The ordering process was seamless – I placed an order for two new vehicles, received a promised delivery date, and both buses arrived punctually as scheduled. I cannot fault the ordering process; it was so efficient and straightforward.”

– Scott, Community Transport, Stranraer

“Thanks to The Minibus Centre, our LCR class and Primary 6 students could enjoy a summer outing. These trips are invaluable to our students’ learning experiences, providing opportunities to explore new environments, develop social skills and generally just have fun.”

– Douglas Chambers Head Teacher, Caledonia Primary School

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a D1 licence to drive a minibus?

Depending on which minibus you are looking to buy or lease, you may need a D1 category licence to drive a minibus. Minibuses that weigh more than 3.5 tonnes and carry up to 16 passengers require a D1 licence. If you passed your car driving test before 1st January 1997, then the D1 status is automatically added to your licence. For those that have passed their car driving test on or after 1st January 1997 they will be required to undergo PCV (passenger-carrying vehicle) training. For more information on how to add categories to your licence, visit government website.

If you hold a D1 licence then you will be able to drive the 17-seater Ford Transit Minibus, available at The Minibus Centre.

Can I drive a minibus on a standard car licence?

At The Minibus Centre, there are minibuses for sale that do not require a D1 licence. Minibuses that weigh under 3.5 tonnes and hold a maximum 16 passengers can be driven on a standard car licence, permitting you are over the age of 21 and have held your licence for at least 2 years. This means you can buy or lease our road ready models like the FlexiLite, Ford Tourneo Custom, and Ford Tourneo Independence PTS, for your care home.

What permits will I have to apply for to drive a minibus?

You should seek independent legal advice on wether your organisation requires and/or would qualify for a Section 19 or 22 permit in order to drive a minibus. Each case is considered on their own merits as every business has their own unique set of circumstances. We recommend you visit the government website for more information or download the following document from the Department of Transport here.

How many residents can a minibus hold?

At The Minibus Centre, our range of vehicles offer various carrying capacity options. Our lightweight FlexiLite and the Ford Transit minibus can hold up to 16 passengers, with the ability of space for up to 4 wheelchair users in our FlexiLite. If you are looking for smaller minibus options, we also offer 9 seater options with the Ford Tourneo Custom and 6-seater options with the Ford Tourneo Independence PTS.

Can I have my minibus bespoke?

We offer a range of bespoke adaptations that will allow you to customise your minibus to suit your transportation needs. From seating layouts and types to access lifts and ramps, we will work closely with you to fully tailor your vehicle to your requirements. To find out more about our customisable minibus options, click here.