May 6, 2024

Creative Gift Ideas For Bus Drivers

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Finding The Perfect Gift For Your Favorite School Bus Driver

School bus drivers play a vital role in our community. Managing children and transporting them back and forth from school each day is no easy task. A simple thank you for all of their hard work is always appreciated. However, if you want a tangible way to show your appreciation a gift is always welcome way to say thank you. You do not have to spend a lot of money, a budget of $10-$30 is perfect. I put together the following list of gift ideas to help you find the perfect present for your school bus driver.

When Do Normally Get a Bus Driver a Gift?

There are a few events during the year that you may want to get your bus driver a gift, they include:

  • Christmas

  • Their Birthday

  • Bus Driver Appreciation Day

  • The End Of The School Year

  • Back-To-School Gift

  • Their Retirement

The following list include gifts that are perfect for any of these events.

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Creative Bus Driver Gift Ideas

Custom Tumbler

These tumblers are so fun and unique that they had to make my list. This tumbler can be customized with your bus driver’s name to make it an extra personal gift. This useful gift is great to keep their favorite drinks hot or cold.

*bonus: *This gift pairs well with a gift card to their favorite coffee shop.

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Bus Driver Candles

These adorable candles are sure to make your bus driver smile. These candles make the perfect bulk gift if you need to shop for multiple bus drivers. These candles comes in five different relaxing scents.

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Lower Back Massager

This massager can help relieve a tight back that can be caused by hours of driving each day. Your bus driver will be very appreciative of this gift.

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Personalized Keychain

Your bus driver will be reminded how appreciated they are every time they grab their keys. The personalization adds an extra sentimental touch to this gift.

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Custom Tote Bag

This durable tote bag is sure to be a favorite gift. This bag is built to last, and holds all of the driver’s essential items such as water bottles, snacks, and wallet. Make this gift extra personal by adding the driver’s name to the bag.

*bonus: *You can stuff the bag with their favorite on-the-go snacks

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Bus Driver Tie

This unique gift is one of my favorite finds. This tie is great for your favorite bus driver to show off at events and parties they attend. This tie is sure to be a gift that will be loved and appreciated.

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Pressured Seat Cushion

Sitting for hours can put a lot of pressure on someone’s bottom. This pressured seat cushion helps relieve that pain by providing support in all of the right places.

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Custom Christmas Ornament

This gift is both festive and personal. This Christmas tree ornament is the perfect gift to give around holidays. The cute design and the ornaments personalization is sure to make a great gift that your driver will hang up on their tree year after year. 

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Bus Driver Socks

This hilarious bus-themed gift is the perfect gift for any bus driver. They can keep the driver’s feet warm even on the coldest winter mornings.

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Hot And Cold Shoulder Wrap

Driving for hours can put tension on your neck and shoulders. This hot and cold pack helps relieve that. This pack can be warmed in the microwave or cooled in the freezer.

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Custom Sweatshirt

This embroidered crewneck is such a cute, and high quality gift. Since the design is embroidered on, it will not wash off. This crewneck can be personalized with the driver’s name making it an extra special gift. Since most drivers do not have uniforms they can wear this crewneck to work!

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Bus Driver T-Shirt

This shirt comes in many different colors and has a wide range of sizes. This shirt is sure to make your bus driver laugh.

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Cards & Gift Cards

Remember, the most thoughtful gifts come from the heart. A handwritten note expressing appreciation for their driving in a beautiful card can be just as thoughtful as a gift. You can also give them a gift card or cash in a card, so that they can go buy whatever they want. Popular gift cards for bus drivers include:

  • Amazon Gift Card

  • Walmart Gift Card

  • Target Gift Card

  • Convenience Store Gift Card

I hope you found what you are looking for. If you have any questions or comments, please email me at caitaustinco@gmail.com.

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