Buses & coaches, for the whole of South Australia.
From 13-seat minibuses to 54-seat coaches. Route contracts in Whyalla, Port Augusta and Port Pirie. Charter for schools, sport and community groups. And mining transport built to the highest operational standards.
Des’s Bus Company — officially Des’s Transport, rebranded in 2024 — offers a full range of transport for both personal and commercial applications. Our fleet spans 13-seaters right through to 54-seat coaches, so whatever the run looks like, there’s a vehicle to suit.
We run scheduled town services, school and mining contracts, and one-off charters. Same drivers, same workshop, same family business behind all of them.
§ 02 — What we run
Six divisions, one depot.
Route contracts, charters and long-haul mining work — all coordinated from Whyalla.
01Route
Whyalla Bus Service
Contracted to the Department for Infrastructure and Transport for the local Whyalla route service, 5½ days a week.
Safety is a constant focus for every manager, supervisor and driver. Our fleet is maintained in our fully equipped Whyalla workshop, staffed by qualified motor vehicle and diesel mechanics. That’s why long-term clients keep entrusting us with their staff and members.
Seats
13 – 54
Coverage
All of SA
Workshop
Whyalla
GPS & CCTV
Standard
Fatigue mgmt
Fitted
Dispatch
24 / 7
§ 04 — Timetables
Schedules, routes & booklets.
Every current timetable, route map and service booklet. Save a copy or send it on to whoever needs it.
“The driver reversed back onto the concourse to unload a student in a wheelchair. Commendable to see that kind of thinking. Well done.”
Victor Harbor High School
“Michael was the best driver we could have asked for on our wine tour. So accommodating and great to deal with. Highly recommend.”
Rebekah Starick, 2024
“Left high and dry by another company — called Des's at 5pm. The operator went out of his way; driver Mark arrived promptly. Great customer focus.”
Jan & Bob, Port Elliot
§ 06 — Reserve
Quote a bus or coach charter.
Chat with Des — our live quote assistant. Tell it the group size, dates and stops, and we’ll come back the same business day with a fixed price. Prefer voice? Call 13 33 77.
