Führerschein Führerscheintest Klasse D — Busse

Question 1

What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a Class D bus license in Germany?

Accepted Answer

24 years (or 21 with CPC and driver training)

Answer

The standard minimum age for a Class D license is 24 years, but it can be reduced to 21 years for drivers who hold a Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).

Question 2

How many passengers can a vehicle carry before it is legally classified as a bus requiring a Class D license?

Accepted Answer

More than 8 passengers in addition to the driver

Answer

A vehicle designed to carry more than 8 passengers in addition to the driver is legally defined as a bus and requires a Class D license to drive.

Question 3

What is the maximum allowed driving time per day for a professional bus driver under EU regulations?

Accepted Answer

9 hours (extendable to 10 hours twice per week)

Answer

EU Regulation 561/2006 limits daily driving to 9 hours, which may be extended to 10 hours no more than twice in any single week.

Question 4

What device is mandatory in professional buses under EU Regulation 165/2014?

Accepted Answer

A digital tachograph

Answer

A digital tachograph is legally required in professional passenger vehicles to record driving times, speeds, and rest periods for compliance with EU drivers' hours rules.

Question 5

What is the maximum speed for buses on German motorways?

Accepted Answer

100 km/h

Answer

Buses are restricted to 100 km/h on German motorways, regardless of whether the motorway has a general speed limit.