How should children travel by coach?

The safety of the travelers is a priority for Hnos. Montoya. As a company specialized in the rental of buses for school transportation, tourist transfers and events, we think of the little ones to guarantee their safety and well-being on board. Therefore, through this article, we will answer one of the most frequent questions of our travelers. How should children travel by coach?

Children in a coach What does the regulation say?

In accordance with the General Regulations of Circulation, all buses over 9 seats must have an approved retention system that guarantees the use of children from 3 years, as long as it suits their weight and size. Complying with Spanish regulations, all buses of Hnos. Montoya have a seatbelt. These are retention systems with 2 anchor points that facilitate their validity regardless of the child's height. It is worth remembering that, at present, the use of the safety belt is mandatory for all passengers.

The regulations are clear when it comes to school transport and the transfer of children from 3 years. However, doubts about how children should travel by coach arise when we refer to children under 3 years. In this case, and in the absence of specific regulations as of the date of this article, Hnos. Montoya offers a response to the parents. Children under the age of 3 can use a safe means of retention, adapted to their size and weight, as long as it is homologated. In some cases, as recommended Mapfre Foundation, the car seats of the car can be used. Babies, as in air transport, can travel in the lap of the parents. In case of doubt, Hnos. Montoya is available to families to indicate how to travel according to the child's age.

When traveling in Spain, Hnos. Montoya offers a safe and global solution to all passengers. But, the regulations change depending on the countries. It is best to consult the current legality in each territory.

Tips for traveling with children by coach

In addition to safety, well-being during the trip is key to enjoying a good experience. For this reason, and depending on the duration of the trip, Hnos. Montoya recommends that families prepare a bag of adequate dimensions to carry on board with everything necessary for the child, including entertainment options. Strollers and other bulkier luggage will be stored in the spacious and comfortable trunks of the coach.

Hnos. Montoya, in their 50 over years of experience, has been concerned about how children should travel by coach through different initiatives. From the maintenance of the fleet and the continuous training of the drivers up to the constant adaptation to the current regulations at all times.