Coach and Bus (Category D) Training in Lancashire

Looking to become a professional bus or coach driver? CR Driver Training provides Category D (PCV) training for drivers across Lancashire, helping you gain the qualifications needed to drive buses and coaches with more than 16 passenger seats.

What is a Category D Licence?

A Category D licence allows you to drive:

• Buses and coaches with more than 16 passenger seats.
• Vehicles carrying paying passengers.
• Large passenger carrying vehicles (PCVs).

If you intend to drive professionally, you’ll also need to complete the Driver CPC qualification.

Who Needs Category D Training?

You will need Category D training if you want to work as a:

• Bus driver
• Coach driver
• Tour coach driver
• School bus driver
• Private hire coach driver

Whether you’re starting a new career or changing jobs, our experienced instructors will prepare you for both the practical driving test and life as a professional PCV driver.

What Do I Need Before Training?

Before starting your practical training you will need to:

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Hold a full UK driving licence.
• Apply for provisional Category D entitlement.
• Pass a driver medical.
• Pass the required theory and hazard perception tests.

Don’t worry if you’re unsure where to start. We can guide you through the entire process and arrange your medical and theory tests if required.

How Much Training Will I Need?

Everyone learns at a different pace, so we begin with a professional driving assessment.

Your assessment allows us to:

• Evaluate your current driving ability.
• Recommend the correct length of training.
• Keep your training costs as low as possible.

The assessment costs £40, which is fully refunded when you book your Category D training course with CR Driver Training.

What Can I Drive After Passing?

Once you’ve successfully passed your Category D practical driving test, you’ll be licensed to drive buses and coaches with more than 16 passenger seats.

If you intend to drive commercially, you’ll also need to complete the Driver CPC qualification to work legally as a professional driver.

Why Choose CR Driver Training?

• Experienced DVSA-approved instructors.
• Excellent first-time pass rates.
• Friendly, patient one-to-one tuition.
• Training tailored to your experience.
• Support with medicals, theory tests and Driver CPC.
• Serving learners throughout Lancashire.

Book Your Category D Training

If you’re ready to begin your career as a professional bus or coach driver, contact CR Driver Training today. We’ll explain the process, arrange your assessment and help you every step of the way.